straightedge

Meanings

• noun

  A long, rigid piece of material used for drawing straight lines or for making right angles.

  - "He used a straightedge to draw a line on the chalkboard."
  - "The carpenter used a straightedge to ensure the wall was level."

• noun

  A subculture of hardcore punk rock music that advocates for a drug-free and vegan lifestyle.

  - "Many straightedge bands refuse to play shows where alcohol is served."
  - "The straightedge lifestyle emphasizes self-discipline and personal responsibility."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with straightedge
height , fight , bite , light

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Variants

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straightedge , straightedges

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Etymology

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From Old French 'estreight', meaning 'narrow' or 'straight'. The term came to be used in English to refer to a straight, rigid edge or line.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'straightedge' was popularized by the punk rock band Minor Threat.

2. Straightedge individuals often use the 'X' gesture to signify their commitment to the subculture.

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Related Concepts

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1. Hardcore punk: A genre of punk rock music characterized by its aggressive sound and intense live performances.

2. Subculture: A group of people with shared beliefs, values, and practices that sets them apart from the larger society.

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Culture

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The straightedge subculture emerged in the late 1980s and gained popularity in the 1990s. It is associated with hardcore punk rock music and emphasizes a drug-free and vegan lifestyle. Straightedge individuals often wear distinctive clothing, such as band t-shirts and denim jackets, and may use specific slang and gestures.

How to Memorize "straightedge"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a long, straight piece of metal or wood. Visualize using it to draw a line or make right angles.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of a straight, unwavering path or line.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word as 'straight edge' or 'straight and true'.

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