Meaning of anal retentive personality in English

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1. Noun

   anal retentive personality

   Definitions

   1. (psychoanalysis) a personality characterized by meticulous neatness and suspicion and reserve

   Examples

   • « said to be formed in early childhood by fixation during the anal stage of development (usually as a consequence of toilet training) »