Definition of disciplinarian Disciplinarian

/dɪˌsɪplɪnɛˈɹiʌn/ - [disiplinereeun] - dis•ci•pli•nar•i•an

We found 10 definitions of disciplinarian from 6 different sources.

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What does disciplinarian mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

disciplinarian - someone who demands exact conformity to rules and forms
  martinet, moralist
  authoritarian, dictator a person who behaves in a tyrannical manner; "my boss is a dictator who makes everyone work overtime"
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • disciplinarian (Noun)
    One who exercises discipline.
  • disciplinarian (Noun)
    One who believes in discipline as a tool for regulation or control.
  • disciplinarian (Adjective)
    Relating to discipline.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • disciplinarian (a.)
    Pertaining to discipline.
  • disciplinarian (n.)
    One who disciplines; one who excels in training, especially with training, especially with regard to order and obedience; one who enforces rigid discipline; a stickler for the observance of rules and methods of training; as, he is a better disciplinarian than scholar.
  • disciplinarian (n.)
    A Puritan or Presbyterian; -- because of rigid adherence to religious or church discipline.

Sailor's Word-BookThe Sailor's Word-Book

  • disciplinarian
    An officer who maintains strict discipline and obedience to the laws of the navy, and himself setting an example.

Military DictionaryMilitary Dictionary and Gazetteer 💥

  • disciplinarian
    An officer who pays particular regard to the discipline or the soldiers under his command.

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