straightedge
/ˈstreɪtˌɛdʒ/ · straight·edge
noun
- A flat, rectangular tool used to draw, cut, or check the straightness of lines. She placed the straightedge against the board to ensure the cut was perfectly level.
adjective
- Living a lifestyle that avoids the use of intoxicants such as alcohol, tobacco, and drugs. He identifies as straightedge, refusing to drink or smoke at any party.
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Did you know? The straight‑edge subculture was popularized by the 1981 hardcore song “Straight Edge” by Minor Threat, giving the term a cultural identity beyond the drafting tool.