strait·en (str t n)tr.v. strait·ened, strait·en·ing, strait·ens 1. a. To make narrow. b. To enclose in a limited area; confine. 2. To put or bring into difficulties or distress, especially financial hardship. 3. Archaic To restrict in latitude or scope. |
straiten [ˈstreɪtən]
vb
1. (tr; usually passive) to embarrass or distress, esp financially
2. (tr) to limit, confine, or restrict
3. Archaic to make or become narrow
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Verb | 1. | straiten - bring into difficulties or distress, especially financial hardship discommode, disoblige, incommode, inconvenience, put out, trouble, bother - to cause inconvenience or discomfort to; "Sorry to trouble you, but..." |
| 2. | straiten - squeeze together |
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