Frump (?), v. t. [Cf. Prov. E. frumple to wrinkle, ruffle, D. frommelen.]

To insult; to flout; to mock; to snub.

[Obs.]

Beau. & Fl.

 

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Frump, n.

1.

A contemptuous speech or piece of conduct; a gibe or flout.

[Obs.]

Beau. & Fl.

2.

A cross, old-fashioned person; esp., an old woman; a gossip.

[Colloq.]

Halliwell.

 

© Webster 1913.

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