adj, noun ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A flat, rectangular tool used to draw, cut or check the straightness of straight lines.
2. 2
   hand tool consisting of a flat rigid rectangular bar (metal or wood) that can be used to draw straight lines (or test their straightness) wordnet

Adjective

1. 1
   Alternative form of straight edge. alt-of, alternative

Synonyms

All synonyms

rulerulersquarestraightteetotaltriangle

Etymology

Compound of straight + edge.

Related phrases

straight line

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