English Explanatory Dictionary

straightener

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A pair of metal tongs with heated ceramic plates used for straightening hair.
  2. Anyone or anything which straightens.
  3. A prearranged fight to settle a dispute.
  4. A bribe.

Pronunciation

/ˈstɹeɪt(ə)nə/ /ˈstɹeɪt(ə)nɚ/ En-au-straightener.ogg

Word forms

straightener straighteners

Etymology

From straighten + -er.

Derived words

stream straightener
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