brassbound

adjective

ˈbras-ˌbau̇nd How to pronounce brassbound (audio)
Definition of brassboundnext
1
as in strict
not allowing for any exceptions or loosening of standards a person of brassbound honesty

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2
as in traditional
tending to favor established ideas, conditions, or institutions the brassbound military leadership had failed to realize that this time the nation was fighting a different kind of war

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3
as in wise
displaying or marked by rude boldness some brassbound upstart who thought that he could waltz in here and start issuing orders

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  1. strict
  2. traditional
  3. wise
  4. rigorous
  5. conservative
  6. fresh
  7. rigid
  8. orthodox
Adjective
  • Catholics have used Scripture to argue for and against deportations and strict immigration enforcement.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
  • But the country also has strict rules governing how minors should be treated during a criminal investigation.
    — Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of strict
Adjective
  • In addition to traditional cancellation and interruption protection, the plan includes medical coverage, emergency evacuation benefits and reimbursement for certain travel inconveniences.
    — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Keurig and Lavazza’s new pods ditch the traditional plastic cups for compostable coffee tablets.
    — Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of traditional
Adjective
  • The woman, too, speaks about this wise, educated man who is going to get the farmers together and make the world listen to the stories of deaths in these parts.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Coogan also played Uncle Fester in the original Addams Family, making a triumphant return to the screen as an adult—older and wiser.
    — Hillary Busis, Vanity Fair, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of wise
Adjective
  • The chemicals subject to the new policy haven’t gone through that rigorous vetting process.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Every insurance article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of financial products.
    — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of rigorous
Adjective
  • The allegations implicate senior members of the conservative Catholic organization, including its global leader, Fernando Ocáriz.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The issue has upended the intimate politics of this conservative community of 45,180.
    — Naomi Nix, Time, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of conservative
Adjective
  • This will help to draw any excess moisture and keep the greens fresh for longer in the fridge.
    — Molly Allen, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Things to do ☀️ New York-style bagels, a fresh manicure and a massage in the back of a sushi restaurant are on the agenda for ‘Scrubs’ actor Judy Reyes on her perfect Sunday.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of fresh
Adjective
  • Furthermore, custom rigid shapes for every new material are expensive, fragile, and difficult to scale.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Implanting large, rigid components into the body triggers an immediate reaction from the immune system, known as the foreign body response.
    — Edd Gent, IEEE Spectrum, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of rigid
Adjective
  • Netanyahu’s bloc is comprised of Likued plus right-wing and orthodox Jewish parties.
    — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Garcia’s comes from standing up straight in his orthodox stance but is driven by his back leg, which propels him forward.
    — Chris McKenna, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
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