Spinsterish
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Spinsterish is an adjective meaning Resembling or characteristic of a spinster.
Meaning
Resembling or characteristic of a spinster.
Example Sentences
Alma Winemiller, the repressed minister's daughter in a small southern town, is a spinsterish and prudish woman, losing her youth, who becomes aware of her strongly sensual nature and in desperation has the courage to act on her sexual impulses.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include spinsterlike, widowlike, widowish, spindlelike, maidenish, dowagerish.
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