stricture — a rule or principle that limits or controls something; severe criticism or censure
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a rule or principle that limits or controls something; severe criticism or censure
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈstrɪktʃər/
Korean meaning: 제한, 통제; 혹독한 비판
Korean pronunciation: **스트**릭처
Example Sentences
- My mom's strictures on gaming made me feel like I was in digital prison.
- The teacher's strictures on creativity ironically killed all creative thinking.
- Budget strictures forced the company to cancel the annual pizza party.
stricture
NOUN//ˈstrɪktʃər//
a rule or principle that limits or controls something; severe criticism or censure
Executive imposes stricture on employee during formal disciplinary meeting
Break the stricture, build the structure, shape the future!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'strictura' meaning a binding or tightening, derived from 'stringere' which means to bind tightly or draw together.
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📝Examples
“My mom's strictures on gaming made me feel like I was in digital prison.”
“The teacher's strictures on creativity ironically killed all creative thinking.”
“Budget strictures forced the company to cancel the annual pizza party.”
“The critic's strictures on the novel were harsh but fair.”
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