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prim

prim [ prim ] (comparative prim·mer, superlative prim·mest)


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. prudish: easily shocked by vulgar or obscene language or behavior

2. formal and proper: excessively formal and proper in manner or appearance

3. very neat: excessively neat and tidy

[Early 18th century. Origin ?]

prim·ly adverb
prim·ness noun
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