prim
prim
prɪm
prim
British pronunciation
/pɹˈɪm/

Definition & Meaning of "prim"in English

to prim
01

dress primly

02

contract one's lips

03

assume a prim appearance

01

neat, tidy, or immaculate in appearance or dress, often with an emphasis on modesty or conservatism

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Examples
She wore a prim floral dress with a matching cardigan, projecting an image of modesty and propriety.
02

formally precise or proper in behavior, manners, or appearance, often to an excessive or affected degree

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Examples
She always appears prim and proper, her demeanor meticulously controlled, with every detail carefully arranged.
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