pretty
4pret·ty
verb\same as 3\\ˈpri-tē, ˈpər- also ˈpru̇-\
pret·tiedpret·ty·ing
Definition of PRETTY
transitive verb
: to make pretty —usually used with up <curtains to pretty up the room>
See Examples of PRETTY
- She prettied the cake with icing, sprinkles, and nuts.
Origin of PRETTY
(see 1pretty)
First Known Use: 1909
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