Definition of disciplinarian
: one who disciplines or enforces order
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Examples of disciplinarian in a Sentence
The school's principal is a strict disciplinarian.
Recent Examples of disciplinarian from the Web
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After The Washington Post reported last week that Kelly's role as the White House disciplinarian had faded, Trump lambasted the story, calling it a hit job.
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As chief of staff, Kelly was thrust into the role of disciplinarian.
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As chief of staff, Kelly was thrust into the role of disciplinarian.
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As chief of staff, Kelly was thrust into the role of disciplinarian.
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Some are the quiet disciplinarians, others are the yellers, some let the kids free range parent.
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Bartholomew was known as a no-nonsense disciplinarian who insisted things go his way.
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Kelly has seen his influence slip since a staffing controversy in February marred his credibility and damaged his image as an internal disciplinarian.
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And our mother was always disciplinarian, guardian angel and provider.
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First Known Use of disciplinarian
1639
DISCIPLINARIAN Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of disciplinarian for English Language Learners
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: a person who is very strict about punishing bad behavior : a person who uses discipline as a way of making sure that rules or orders are obeyed
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