procrustean

英 [ˌprəʊ'krʌstiən] 美 [ˌproʊ'krʌstiən]

• adj. 强求一致的

英英释义

Adjective:

1. of or relating to the mythical giant Procrustes or the mode of torture practiced by him

例句

用作形容词 (adj.)

1. We are firmly opposed to the policy of a Procrustean bed.
   我们坚决反对强求一致的政策。
2. I didn't put forth the plan as a Procrustean bed,to which exact conformity is to be indispensable.
   我不能发表强求一致的计划书，精确的一致性是绝对必要的。