procrustean
forcing into a mold
Today this word meansForcing reality into a preset frame.
From Procrustes, the brigand who cut or stretched travelers to fit the length of his bed.
Often used to criticize the habit of trimming data to fit the theory.
forcing into a mold
Today this word meansForcing reality into a preset frame.
From Procrustes, the brigand who cut or stretched travelers to fit the length of his bed.
Often used to criticize the habit of trimming data to fit the theory.