Anal-expulsive

adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A person having these personality traits.
Adjective
  1. 1
    Exhibiting cruelty, emotional outbursts, disorganization, self-confidence, artistic ability, generosity, rebelliousness and general carelessness.

    "But an anal expulsive tendency also comes to light in melancholia."

Example

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"But an anal expulsive tendency also comes to light in melancholia."

Etymology

From anal + expulsive. First use appears c. 1928. See cite below.

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anal-expulsiveness

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