1. a harsh criticism or severe restriction
2. an abnormal narrowing of a body passage or tube
Usage: medical

Examples

• The teacher’s strictures about homework were clearly stated.
• His parents placed strict strictures on his social activities.
• The critic’s strictures on the novel were particularly harsh.
• The patient developed a urethral stricture after the surgery.
• Budget strictures forced the company to cut expenses.
• The editorial contained several strictures against the mayor’s policies.