Definition of strict
1a
: stringent in requirement or control
under strict orders
b
: severe in discipline
a strict teacher
2a
: inflexibly maintained or adhered to
strict secrecy
b
: rigorously conforming to principle or a norm or condition
4
: of narrow erect habit of growth
a strict inflorescence
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The first known use of strict was in the 15th century
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