straightedge

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Etymology

straight +‎ edge

Adjective

straightedge (comparative more straightedge, superlative most straightedge)

  1. Alternative form of straight edge

Noun

straightedge (plural straightedges)

  1. A flat, rectangular tool used to draw, cut or check the straightness of straight lines.

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