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Definition of unproper in English: unproperadjective (ˌ)ʌnˈprɒpə 1Specifically. Of language, a word, etc.: incorrect, wrongly used. Formerly also: †figurative, not literal (obsolete). Now rare. 2Not appropriate for particular circumstances; not in accordance with accepted standards; inappropriate, unsuitable, unacceptable. 3Specifically. Not in accordance with good manners or decorum; indecent, immodest.
Origin Late Middle English (in an earlier sense). From un- + proper. Definition of unproper in US English: unproperadjective(ˌ)ʌnˈprɒpə 1Specifically. Of language, a word, etc.: incorrect, wrongly used. Formerly also: †figurative, not literal (obsolete). Now rare. 2Not appropriate for particular circumstances; not in accordance with accepted standards; inappropriate, unsuitable, unacceptable. 3Specifically. Not in accordance with good manners or decorum; indecent, immodest.
Origin Late Middle English (in an earlier sense). From un- + proper. |