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Definition strict in British English

strict adjective

adjective
/strɪkt/
1

someone who is strict has definite rules that they expect people to obey completely

Example

He's quite a strict trainer, but we all like him.

Example

Dad's very strict with us about table manners.

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1.1

strict rules or conditions must be obeyed completely

Example

They operate within strict time limits.

Example

a strict diet

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Example

strict vegans

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2

exact, or accurate

Example

He was not depressed in the strict sense of the word.

Example

These cases are not covered by a strict definition of poverty.

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Definition strict in British English