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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. fuddy-duddy

An ill mannered person that one accepts willingly because he/she is a very dear friend
a person who is very old-fashioned and pompous
a shoddy work
a very confusing situation

Correct Answer: a person who is very old-fashioned and pompous

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