parsonish
/ˈpɑːs(ə)nɪʃ/Now rare
adjective
Resembling that of a parson; moralistic; prudish, old-womanish.
Origin
Early 19th century; earliest use found in Charles Lamb (1775–1834), essayist. From parson + -ish.
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