Associations to the word «Straiten»

Wiktionary

STRAITEN, verb. Misspelling of straighten.
STRAITEN, verb. To make strait; to narrow or confine to a smaller space.
STRAITEN, verb. ​ To restrict or diminish, especially financially.

Dictionary definition

STRAITEN, verb. Bring into difficulties or distress, especially financial hardship.
STRAITEN, verb. Squeeze together.

Wise words

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