PRIG

Prig

A prig, sometimes spelled prigg, is a person who shows an inordinately zealous approach to matters of form and propriety – especially where the prig has the ability to show superior knowledge to those who do not know the protocol. They see little need to consider the feelings or intentions of others, relying instead on established order and rigid rules to resolve all questions.

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prig

Noun

  1. A person who demonstrates an exaggerated conformity or propriety, especially in an irritatingly arrogant or smug manner.
  2. A petty thief or pickpocket
  3. A conceited dandy; a fop.

Verb

  1. To haggle or argue over price.
  2. To filch or steal.
    to prig a handkerchief


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