verb
- past tense of prim; made or became formal, proper, or precise in manner or appearance
Examples
- She primmed her lips before speaking to the principal.
- He primmed his posture when the guests arrived.
- The teacher primmed her expression and called for silence.
- She primmed herself up for the formal dinner.
- The children primmed their behavior during the ceremony.
- He primmed his mouth in disapproval.