SINCE 1828
overfussy
adjective
over·fussy
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Definition of overfussy
: excessively fussy
an overfussy design overfussy housekeeping "This is a remarkable place," said Pippi, looking around in astonishment. "But, see, they've spilled sawdust all over the floor! Not that I'm overfussy myself, but that does look careless to me."— Astrid Lindgren
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