"promzilla" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: promzillas [plural]
Rhymes: -ɪlə Etymology: prom + -zilla Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|prom|zilla}} prom + -zilla Head templates: {{en-noun}} promzilla (plural promzillas)
  1. (usually humorous) A teenage girl who is obsessed with preparing for her prom and ensuring it turns out the way she envisions. Tags: humorous, usually Categories (topical): People Synonyms: Promzilla

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