grundy
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Noun — A person who is excessively concerned with policing other people's morals or manners; a prude.
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Etymology
From Mrs. Grundy, an unseen but constantly invoked prudish character in Thomas Morton's 1798 play Speed the Plough, whose name became shorthand for narrow-minded moral disapproval.
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What does “grundy” mean?
The word “grundy” means a person who is excessively concerned with policing other people's morals or manners; a prude. In plain terms, a judgmental prude, or — in Australian slang — underpants.
How do you pronounce “grundy”?
“Grundy” is pronounced GRUHN-dee (/ˈɡɹʌn.di/ in IPA).
How do you use “grundy” in a sentence?
Here is “grundy” used in a sentence: “The old grundy next door complained about every party on the street.”
What part of speech is “grundy”?
Depending on how it is used, “grundy” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “grundy” come from?
The word “grundy” dates back to around 1798. From Mrs. Grundy, an unseen but constantly invoked prudish character in Thomas Morton's 1798 play Speed the Plough, whose name became shorthand for narrow-minded moral disapproval.
How many meanings does “grundy” have?
“Grundy” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who is excessively concerned with policing other people's morals or manners; a prude.