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primness

/prɪm.nəs/ noun · British & US
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What does primness mean?

noun

The quality of being prim; a state of being neat and tidy. A prim person is one who is careful and precise in their behavior and appearance.

Example

"Her primness was evident in the way she folded her napkin and placed it on her lap."

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