frumpishly, adv.
(ˈfrʌmpɪʃlɪ)
[-ly2.]
In a frumpish manner; like a frump or dowdy.
1927 Daily Tel. 23 Aug. 8/5 The middle-aged matron refuses definitely to take a back seat. She does not feel a frump. Why, then, should she dress frumpishly? |
frumpishly, adv.
(ˈfrʌmpɪʃlɪ)
[-ly2.]
In a frumpish manner; like a frump or dowdy.
1927 Daily Tel. 23 Aug. 8/5 The middle-aged matron refuses definitely to take a back seat. She does not feel a frump. Why, then, should she dress frumpishly? |
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