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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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