lockstep

noun, lock·step often attributive \ˈläk-ˌstep\

: a way of marching in which people follow each other very closely

Full Definition of LOCKSTEP

: a mode of marching in step by a body of persons going one after another as closely as possible

: a standard method or procedure that is mindlessly adhered to or that minimizes individuality

— in lockstep

: in perfect or rigid often mindless conformity or unison <politicians marching in lockstep with the party line>

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circa 1802

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