/ˈpɛtɪˌfɒɡəri/ – Noun
Definition: 1. thói hay kiện tụng vụn vặt, hay kiếm chuyện, hay gây sự, hay cãi cọ lặt vặt;
2. thói điêu ngoa, thói lừa gạt, sự gian lận.
A more thorough explanation: “Pettifoggery” refers to the practice of engaging in petty or unethical legal tactics, such as using legal technicalities or arguments that are frivolous or of little significance, in order to achieve a desired outcome.
Example: The lawyer was accused of engaging in pettifoggery by constantly raising trivial objections during the trial.
