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Meaning of prim in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /prɪm/

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  1. Verb

    prim

    Definitions

    1. assume a prim appearance

    Examples

    • « They mince and prim »
  2. 2. contract one's lips

    Examples

    • « She primmed her lips after every bite of food »
  3. 3. dress primly
  4. Classifying Adjective

    prim

    Definitions

    1. affectedly dainty or refined

    Synonyms

    • refined
  5. 2. exaggeratedly proper

    Examples

    • « my straitlaced Aunt Anna doesn't approve of my miniskirts »

    Synonyms

    • proper

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