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Anal Retentive

Part of speech: adjective
Definition: Characterized by excessive attention to detail and perfectionism, often resulting in a methodical and rigid behavior.

Sense 1: Popular Usage - Perfectionist or obsessive behavior
Example: John's anal retentive personality was evident in his meticulously organized bookshelf.

Sense 2: Local Usage - Constipation
Example: After eating too much cheese, he experienced anal retentive symptoms for the next few days.

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