SHAM

sham. Sham, v.t. to counterfeit, pretend, cheat

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Sham (shăm), n. [[Originally the same word as shame, hence, a disgrace, a trick. See Shame, n.]] 1. 1. That which deceives expectation; any trick, fraud, or device that deludes and disappoints; a make-believe; delusion; imposture; humbug. “A mere sham.” Bp. Stillingfleet.
Believe who will the solemn sham, not I. Addison. 2. 2. A false front, or removable ornamental covering.
Pillow sham, a covering to be laid on a pillow.