procrustean
adj/pɹəʊˈkɹʌsti.ən/UK
Etymology
From Procrustes + -an.
- borrowed from Προκρούστης
Definitions
Enforcing strict conformity through disregard of individual differences or special…
Enforcing strict conformity through disregard of individual differences or special circumstances.
- The concept of an Age of Nationalism is a bit procrustean.
Alternative letter-case form of procrustean.
- We should not see their intellects stunted by Procrustean attempts to teach them all the same accomplishments, to the neglect, most often, of any sound practical training of their faculties.
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