Ostentatious display of learning (8)

I believe the answer is:

pedantry

(Other definitions for pedantry that I've seen before include "Unduly rigorous formality" , "a particular habit?" , "Excessive concern with minor rules" , "Den party (anag.)" , "Unnecessary formality" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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