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priggery

[ prig-uh-ree ]

noun

, plural prig·ger·ies
  1. the conduct or character of a prig.
  2. an act or remark characteristic of a prig.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of priggery1

First recorded in 1735–45; prig 1 + -ery

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Example Sentences

The Christian Hero is by no means a piece of priggery, but a sensible and wise little book.

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