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单词 prick-me-dainty
释义

Definition of prick-me-dainty in English:

prick-me-dainty

(also prick-ma-dainty)
adjective prɪkmɪˈdeɪnti
English Regional, Scottish, Northern
  • Excessively or affectedly precise in matters of dress or personal appearance; excessively particular or fastidious.

Origin

Early 16th century (in an earlier sense). From prick + me + dainty.

 
 

Definition of prick-me-dainty in US English:

prick-me-dainty

(also prick-ma-dainty)
adjectiveprɪkmɪˈdeɪnti
English Regional, Scottish, Northern
  • Excessively or affectedly precise in matters of dress or personal appearance; excessively particular or fastidious.

Origin

Early 16th century (in an earlier sense). From prick + me + dainty.

 
 
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