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puritan

/ˈpjʊrɪtən/ American
  • n. 清教徒
  • adj. 清教徒式的, 极端拘谨的
Definition
  • n. a member of a Protestant group who followed very strict moral rules
  • adj. following strict moral and religious rules
Example
His puritan upbringing made him avoid parties and loud music.
他清教徒式的成长经历让他对聚会和喧闹的音乐避而远之。