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1. (n.) prudery
excessive propriety or modesty in speech, conduct, etc.
2. prudery
pruderies, prudish actions, words, or remarks.
Etymology: (1700–10; < F pruderie. See prude , -ery)
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1. (noun) primness, prudishness, prudery, Grundyism
excessive or affected modesty
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1. (noun) prudery
the quality or state of being prudish; excessive or affected scrupulousness in speech or conduct; stiffness; coyness
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