Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
frump
noun
/frĘŚmp/
Definition
A frump is a person who wears outdated or unfashionable clothes and has a generally unkempt appearance.
Examples
- She looked like a frump in that old dress.
- Despite her frumpish attire, she was known for her sharp wit.
- He was mocked for his frump-like style at the party.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe someone, usually a woman, who neglects their appearance and does not keep up with current fashion trends.
Synonyms
- dowdy
- slovenly
- drab
- unfashionable
