Meaning Of The Word Draconian

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What's The Definition Of Draconian?

draconian
Draconian laws or measures are extremely harsh and severe.

Draconian in American English
of Draco or the harsh code of laws attributed to him
adjective: of, pertaining to, or characteristic of Draco or his code of laws

draconian in British English
of or relating to Draco, 7th-century Athenian statesman and lawmaker, or his code of laws, which prescribed death for almost every offence

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