prussianize
/ˈprʌʃənaɪz/
verb
- To impose Prussian characteristics, such as strict discipline, militarism, or bureaucratic efficiency, on someone or something.
- The school board voted to prussianize the curriculum, focusing on order and obedience.
- The new manager tried to prussianize the office by enforcing a strict dress code.
- Some leaders want to prussianize the military with outdated methods.
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