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plaster saintnoun
a person (considered to be) without human failings
"he's no plaster saint"
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plaster saint
A plaster saint is a term used to refer to a person who is presented or viewed as being morally perfect and virtuous, but who is actually lacking in such qualities in reality or offstage. It can also refer to someone who appears virtuous but lacks humanity or charisma. The phrase is derived from painted plaster statues of saints that appear perfect on the surface, but are hollow and brittle inside.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of plaster saint in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of plaster saint in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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