iron cage

noun

A theory proposed by Max Weber which argues that rationalization and rules trap humans in a figurative "cage" of thought.

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noun
  1. human sciencesA theory proposed by Max Weber which argues that rationalization and rules trap humans in a figurative "cage" of thought.
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