Meaning Of The Word Preciosity

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preciosity in American English
great fastidiousness, overrefinement, or affectation, esp. in language
noun: fastidious or carefully affected refinement, as in language, style, or taste

preciosity in British English
noun: fastidiousness or affectation, esp in speech or manners

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