Definition

A tool used to make hair straight by applying heat, typically consisting of two metal plates that are heated and pressed together.

Example

She used a straightener to smooth her curly hair before the party.

Conversation

Have you seen my hair straightener? I can't find it anywhere.

I think I saw it in the bathroom earlier today.

Thanks! I need it for that event tonight.

No problem, I hope it helps you get the look you want.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Straightener → It is formed from "straight" (from Old English *streht*, meaning extended or direct) and "-ener" (a suffix indicating a person or thing that performs a specific action). The word "straightener" refers to a device or person that makes something straight or corrects its direction.

Memory Tip

Think of something that makes things 'extended' or 'direct' — that's what a straightener does, it helps to correct or align.

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