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1. (adj.) obsessive-compulsive
of, pertaining to, or characterized by the persistent intrusion of unwanted thoughts accompanied by ritualistic actions, regarded as a form of neurosis.
2. (n.) obsessive-compulsive
a person with obsessive-compulsive characteristics.
Etymology: (1925–30)
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1. (adj) obsessive-compulsive
a person with obsessive-compulsive characteristics
2. (adj) obsessive-compulsive
characterized by obsessions and compulsions
"obsessive-compulsive neurosis"
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