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straightening

Straightening (noun) means the process of making something straight. Example: “The salon offers a hair straightening treatment.”

noun
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The process of making something straight.
"The salon offers a hair straightening treatment."

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In plain EnglishThe act of making something straight, like hair or a bent object.

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straightenings plural

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What does “straightening” mean?

The word “straightening” means the process of making something straight. In plain terms, the act of making something straight, like hair or a bent object.

How do you use “straightening” in a sentence?

Here is “straightening” used in a sentence: “The salon offers a hair straightening treatment.”

What part of speech is “straightening”?

“Straightening” is a noun.

What is the meaning of straightening?

"straightening" (noun) means the process of making something straight.

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