Stickler
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈstɪk.lə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Stickler is a noun meaning (now only Cornwall) A referee or adjudicator at a fight, wrestling match, duel, etc. who ensures fair play.
Meaning
(now only Cornwall) A referee or adjudicator at a fight, wrestling match, duel, etc. who ensures fair play.
More Meanings
- Someone who insistently advocates for something, especially for strict observance of a formal rule.
Example Sentences
Lexicographers are sticklers for correct language.
For the sticklers, here "final demand" is meant to include inventory investment.
Basilius, the judge, appointed sticklers and trumpets whom the others should obey.
Our former chiefs, like sticklers of the war, / First sought to inflame the parties, then to poise.
Word Forms
- sticklers
Synonyms for stickler
Depending on context, synonyms include dogmatist, formalist, pedant, traditionalist.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include purist, stickfighter, referee, steward, precisian, singlesticker.
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