What does primp mean?
Primp means (intransitive) To spend time improving one's appearance, often in front of a mirror..
Primp
/pɹɪmp/ · verb
Meaning
(intransitive) To spend time improving one's appearance, often in front of a mirror..
Definitions by Sense
- (intransitive) To spend time improving one's appearance, often in front of a mirror.
- (transitive) To dress in an affected manner.
Example Sentences
"Then I promise I'll let you take your bath and primp all day for your date."
Tonight, Moses was the center of attraction, attended to by a dozen Green Berets who prepped and primped him like a stage crew fluttering about a Hollywood star.
Synonyms for primp
Antonyms for primp
Related Words
Word Forms
- primps
- primping
- primped
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for primp?
Common synonyms include plume, preen, dress.
What is the opposite of primp?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use primp in a sentence?
"Then I promise I'll let you take your bath and primp all day for your date."
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