Dictionary Check: prim

"prim" is a valid word!

Scrabble 8 points
Words with Friends 10 points

Definition

adjective

affectedly dainty or refined

adjective

exaggeratedly proper

Example: "my straitlaced Aunt Anna doesn't approve of my miniskirts"
verb

assume a prim appearance

Example: "They mince and prim"
verb

contract one's lips

Example: "She primmed her lips after every bite of food"
verb

dress primly

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