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KK Pronunciation

〔 ˋprɑpZ 〕

Pronunciation

〔 ˊprɒpә 〕


Overview of adj proper

The adj proper has 4 senses


  • proper -- (marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness; "proper medical treatment"; "proper manners")

  • proper -- (having all the qualities typical of the thing specified; "wanted a proper dinner; not just a snack"; "he finally has a proper job")

  • proper -- (limited to the thing specified; "the city proper"; "his claim is connected with the deed proper")

  • proper, right -- (appropriate for a condition or purpose or occasion or a person's character, needs; "everything in its proper place"; "the right man for the job"; "she is not suitable for the position")