Meaning of straight woman | Babel Free
Definitions
- A woman who plays the role of the straight man in comedy.
- Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see straight, woman.
Examples
“The program [Wildboyz] does occasionally feature locals and experts, but these figures serve either as straight men or women or, more often, join in on the madness—such as when a Kenyan park ranger accompanies the Boyz on a silly song about snakes.”
“While many gay men were reluctant to support the AIDS ward, straight women and lesbians didn’t hesitate one moment.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.