Frump
(noun)
A dowdy or unattractive woman, especially one who is older and dresses in a plain, unfashionable way.
Origin:
Frump comes from the middle english word "fromepe" meaning "shabby or slovenly woman", and is likely derived from the old english "frump" meaning "lump or piece".
Examples:
- She was often mistaken for a frump, but her intelligence and sense of humor always shone through.
- He couldn't help but notice the frump sitting alone in the corner.
- The frumps on the bus were all dressed in drab colors and sensible shoes.
- She was determined not to be thought of as a frump, so she made sure to dress nicely every day.
- He felt sorry for the frump at the party who no one seemed to be talking to.