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simper

Simper (verb) means to smile in a foolish, frivolous, self-conscious, coy, obsequious, or smug manner.

verb
1
To smile in a foolish, frivolous, self-conscious, coy, obsequious, or smug manner.
2
To glimmer; to twinkle.
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Etymology

Uncertain; compare (probably from) Danish simper / semper (“coy”), German zimper (“elegant, dainty”).

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What is the meaning of simper?

"simper" (verb) means to smile in a foolish, frivolous, self-conscious, coy, obsequious, or smug manner.

What are the different meanings of simper?

"simper" has 2 main meanings: 1. To smile in a foolish, frivolous, self-conscious, coy, obsequious, or smug manner; 2. To glimmer; to twinkle.

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