martinet

A rigid military disciplinarian.

One who demands absolute adherence to forms and rules.

In ornithology, same as martin, 1.

Nautical, the name formerly given to a small line fastened to the leech of a sail to bring it close to the yard when the sail is furled. Also martnet.

Some kind of water-mill. Cath. Anglicum, p. 229.—2. A military engine of the middle ages.