Associations to the word «Prim»

Wiktionary

PRIM, adjective. Prudish, straight-laced
PRIM, adjective. Formal; precise; affectedly neat or nice
PRIM, verb. (dated) To make affectedly precise or proper.
PRIM, verb. (dated) To dress or act smartly.
PRIM, noun. (botany) privet

Dictionary definition

PRIM, verb. Assume a prim appearance; "They mince and prim".
PRIM, verb. Contract one's lips; "She primmed her lips after every bite of food".
PRIM, verb. Dress primly.
PRIM, adjective. Affectedly dainty or refined.
PRIM, adjective. Exaggeratedly proper; "my straitlaced Aunt Anna doesn't approve of my miniskirts".

Wise words

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