First Known Use: circa 1563
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1simper
verb sim·per \ˈsim-pər\
: to smile in a way that is not sincere or natural
: to say (something) in a way that is not sincere or natural
sim·peredsim·per·ing \-p(ə-)riŋ\
Full Definition of SIMPER
intransitive verb
: to smile in a silly manner
transitive verb
: to say with a simper <simpered an apology>
— sim·per·er \-pər-ər\ noun
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Origin of SIMPER
akin to Middle Dutch zimperlijc elegant, Dan dialect simper affected, coy
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SIMPERING Defined for Kids
simper
verb sim·per \ˈsim-pər\
sim·peredsim·per·ing
Definition of SIMPER for Kids
: to smile or speak in a way that is not sincere or natural
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