Straight: meaning, definitions and examples

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straight

[ streɪt ]

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hair

Extending or moving uniformly in one direction only; without a curve or bend.

Synonyms

direct, even, level

Examples of usage

My hair used to be curly, but now it's completely straight.
She has long, straight hair that shines in the sunlight.

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path

In a direct or undeviating course.

Synonyms

directly, immediately, straightaway

Examples of usage

He walked straight ahead until he reached the end of the path.
The road stretched straight as far as the eye could see.

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poker

A poker hand containing five consecutive cards of the same suit.

Synonyms

consecutive, sequence, successive

Examples of usage

She won the round with a straight flush.
He was hoping for a straight, but ended up with a pair.

Translations

Translations of the word "straight" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reto

🇮🇳 सीधा

🇩🇪 gerade

🇮🇩 lurus

🇺🇦 прямий

🇵🇱 prosty

🇯🇵 まっすぐな

🇫🇷 droit

🇪🇸 recto

🇹🇷 düz

🇰🇷 곧은

🇸🇦 مستقيم

🇨🇿 rovný

🇸🇰 rovný

🇨🇳 直的

🇸🇮 ravna

🇮🇸 beinn

🇰🇿 түзу

🇬🇪 პირდაპირი

🇦🇿 düz

🇲🇽 recto

Word origin

The word 'straight' has origins in Old English, derived from the word 'streccan' meaning to stretch. Over time, it evolved to convey the meaning of not curved or bent. The usage of 'straight' has been prevalent in various languages and cultures to describe linear, undeviating, or honest characteristics. From hair to paths to poker hands, 'straight' continues to be a versatile term in modern language.