Meaning of the word prim in English
What does prim mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
prim
US /prɪm/
UK /prɪm/
Adjective
stiffly formal and respectable; feeling or showing disapproval of anything regarded as improper
Example:
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She was too prim to enjoy the boisterous party.
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His aunt was a rather prim and proper woman.
Verb
purse (the mouth) in a precise or fastidious manner
Example:
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She primmed her lips, trying to suppress a smile.
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He primmed himself before entering the formal dining room.