niminy-piminy

/ˌˈnɪməni ˌpɪməni/
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Definitions of niminy-piminy
  1. adjective
    affectedly dainty or refined
    synonyms: dainty, mincing, prim, twee
    refined
    (used of persons and their behavior) cultivated and genteel
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