Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Strict (-er, -est)
strict (-er, -est), adj. [L. 'drawn together, tight, severe, rigid'.]
- Severe; rigorous; governed by exact rules; observing rigorous standards; [fig.] confined; limited; with no room for free movement.
- Strained; tight; tense; not relaxed; drawn close; [fig.] exact; accurate.
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