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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Anal Retentive Personality.
Anal Retentive Personality - as a noun
(psychoanalysis) a personality characterized by meticulous neatness and suspicion and reserve; said to be formed in early childhood by fixation during the anal stage of development (usually as a consequence of toilet training)
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anal personalityExample Sentences
"His anal retentive personality made him obsessed with organizing and cleanliness."
"She couldn't stand his anal retentive personality and his need for everything to be perfect."
"Sarah's anal retentive personality caused her to spend hours meticulously arranging her bookshelf."
"His anal retentive personality made him a natural fit for the job of quality control."
"Tom's anal retentive personality often led him to overanalyze situations."
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