GRE Word List

PRIM

to give a prim or demure expression to

The meaning of the word prim is to give a prim or demure expression to.

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malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
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laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets