exacting: Meaning and Definition of
ex•act•ing
Pronunciation: (ig-zak'ting), [key]
— adj.
- rigid or severe in demands or requirements: an exacting teacher.
- requiring close application or attention: an exacting task.
- given to or characterized by exaction; extortionate.
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