straighten

English

/ˈstɹeɪtn̩/

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) To cause to become straight.
  • (intransitive) To become straight.
  • (transitive) To put in order; to sort; to tidy up.
  • (transitive) To clarify a situation or concept to (an audience).
  • (transitive) To bribe or corrupt.
  • (intransitive) To stand up, especially from a sitting position.

Etymology

Suffix from English straight.

Origin

English

straight

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