"Gradgrindery" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: Gradgrind + -ery Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Gradgrind|ery}} Gradgrind + -ery Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Gradgrindery (uncountable)
  1. Impatient technical pedantry that dismisses human factors, especially regarding education. Tags: uncountable

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