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Meaning of Straightener | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1
ˈstɹeɪt(ə)nə

Definitions

  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.

Equivalents

Examples

“'Injection or not, the bloody thing won't move an inch with juice and it ain't got any. Yeah and here comes the law.' Cool as a cucumber, Ernie said, 'Leave him to me. I'll give him a straightener.'”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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