Procrustean
(adjective) of or relating to the mythical giant Procrustes or the mode of torture practiced by him
Source: WordNet® 3.1
procrustean (comparative more procrustean, superlative most procrustean)
Enforcing strict conformity through disregard of individual differences or special circumstances. [from 17th c.]
• ergonomic
Source: Wiktionary
Pro*crus"te*an, a.
Definition: Of or pertaining to Procrustes, or the mode of torture practiced by him; producing conformity by violent means; as, the Procrustean treatment; a Procrustean limit. See Procrustes.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
29 September 2024
(noun) the technical aspects of doing something; “a mechanism of social control”; “mechanisms of communication”; “the mechanics of prose style”
International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.
