miss murdstone
definitions
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A character in Charles Dickens' novel David Copperfield, known for her harsh and severe nature.ru: Персонаж «Дэвида Копперфильда»
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A metaphorical term for a woman who is perceived as being excessively strict, cold, or severe.ru: Строгая женщина
examples
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Miss Murdstone is a central antagonist in the novel David Copperfield.
Мисс Мардстоун — центральный антагонист в романе «Дэвид Копперфильд».
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The new teacher is such a Miss Murdstone that the students are terrified of her.
Новая учительница — настоящая мисс Мардстоун, ученики её боятся.