Meaning of the word straightedge in English
What does straightedge mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
straightedge
US /ˈstreɪtˌɛdʒ/
UK /ˈstreɪtˌɛdʒ/
Noun
a bar of wood or metal with at least one perfectly straight edge, used for drawing straight lines or checking the straightness of surfaces
Example:
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He used a straightedge to draw a perfect line across the paper.
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The carpenter checked the flatness of the wood with a straightedge.