Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
straightedge
Noun
/ˈstreɪtˌɛdʒ/
Definition
A straightedge is a tool used in drawing and construction to create straight lines.
Examples
- The carpenter used a straightedge to ensure the cuts were perfectly straight.
- In art class, we often used a straightedge to draw clean lines in our designs.
- The architect emphasized the importance of a straightedge in precise blueprint layouts.
Meaning
In broader terms, a straightedge refers to any flat object with a straight edge that is employed for drawing or measuring.
Synonyms
- Ruler
- Guideline
- Line tool
