What is prude meaning?

The term prude refers to a person who is excessively or rigidly concerned with maintaining modesty or is overly concerned with sexual propriety and morality. It usually refers to someone who is excessively cautious and abstains from any kind of behavior, dress, or language that may be considered risqué or sexually suggestive. Prude people usually have a strong sense of personal morality and on occasion may be disregarded or teased by those who are more open to exploration and don’t feel restrained by taboos and norms.