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purifur en · NOUN

Pronunciation

  • /ˈpjɔː-/ (Received-Pronunciation)
  • /ˈpjʊ.ɹɪˌfɜɹ/ (General-American)
  • /ˈpjɜ-/ (General-American)
  • /ˈpjʊə.ɹɪˌfɜː/ (Received-Pronunciation)

Etymology

Blend of puritan + fur, modelled after puriteen.

Meanings

  1. (Internet, derogatory, slang) A furry, especially a younger one, whose views on sexuality are seen as sex-negative or moralistic.

Forms

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purifurs Number=Plur lexicographic

Relateds

puriteen