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purist::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Type of | bookworm, pedant, scholastic |
| Derivation | purism |
Examples of purist
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Huvaere knows that Moby's appearance could draw criticism from some purist fans.
From the freep.com
The young customer isn't a purist about the periods, observes Lohr with a laugh.
From the courier-journal.com
Stieglitz, as a purist, abhorred the crass idea of making photographs for money.
From the washingtonpost.com
We're not, you know, 100 per cent purist when it comes to the rules of the road.
From the nzherald.co.nz
Until then, Mr Osborne's less-than-purist approach to taxation has its benefits.
From the economist.com
Frustrating for a midfield purist, but good for the money in and around the box.
From the guardian.co.uk
If you're a purist, you can peel the grapes, but it doesn't matter if you don't.
From the guardian.co.uk
I'm not sure if the purist Scots out there would approve, but this is delicious.
From the nzherald.co.nz
It is also clear from the interview that al-Qarawi is very much a Sunni purist.
From the edition.cnn.com
- Someone who insists on great precision and correctness (especially in the use of words)
- A purist is one who desires that an item remain true to its essence and free from adulterating or diluting influences. The term may be used in almost any field, and can be applied either to the self or to others. Use of the term may be either pejorative or complimentary, depending on context. ...
- An advocate of purism; Of or pertaining to purism
- (Purists) Researchers who believe that interpretive and positivist research approaches should never be mixed.
- A hiker who wants to pass every white blaze (see White Blaze).
- A LEGO creation that does not include any customizations, such as decals, modified parts, or custom accessories from third-party vendors like BrickArms, BrickForge, and Big Ben Bricks. A form of religious fundamentalism. Contrast with Custom.
- A VW enthusiast who prefers only original vehicles or "correct" restorations.
- A hiker who makes a point to hike past every single white blaze and/or carry a backpack for the entire distance. No slackpacking or blue-blazing allowed for these folks!
- One who gives special consideration towards purity of the races.
