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) »

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