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Procrustean
(Pro|crus¦tean)
Pronunciation:
/prə(ʊ)ˈkrʌstɪən/
adjective
(especially of a framework or system) enforcing uniformity or conformity without regard to natural variation or individuality:
a fixed Procrustean rule
Origin:
mid 19th century
: from the name
Procrustes
+
-an
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