PRYING Meaning and
Definition
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Prying can be defined as an adjective that describes the act of being excessively curious or nosy, particularly regarding someone else's personal affairs or matters that are meant to be kept private. It conveys the idea of intrusiveness or being intrusive in one's attempt to obtain information that is not freely offered or meant to be shared. In such instances, prying individuals tend to invade personal boundaries and show an invasive interest in gathering details, often disregarding the right to privacy.
This term can also be used to refer to a sharp or pointed tool that is specifically designed for the purpose of loosening or lifting objects by inserting its edge underneath them. In this context, prying denotes the application of force or pressure to separate or extract something or to gain entry into a sealed or closed space.
Prying can additionally be used as a verb form, meaning the action of prying or the act of showing excessive curiosity. It signifies the act of trying to obtain undisclosed or hidden information by asking intrusive questions or by snooping around in a person's private affairs. Prying may involve attempts to uncover secrets, intruding into confidential matters, or meddling in situations that are none of the individual's concern.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of PRYING
The word "prying" originated from the Old English word "prǣg" which meant "to ask, inquire, or enquire into". It later evolved into the Middle English word "pryen" with the same meaning. The root of the word can be traced back to the Old Norse word "fregna" meaning "to ask".
Similar spelling words for PRYING
- prionace,
- prenger,
- pryingly,
- Preying,
- Pringle,
- primness,
- pronged,
- prang,
- prongbuck,
- prang up,
- pronghorn,
- primaxin,
- prongy,
- prange,
- primus,
- prong,
- PRINS,
- pranger,
- promising,
- prince,
- Prinz,
- prink.
Conjugate verb Prying
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