straw
straw
strɔ
straw
British pronunciation
/stɹˈɔː/

Definition & Meaning of "straw"in English

01

of a light, pale yellow color resembling the hue of dried straw, often characterized by a muted and natural tone

straw definition and meaning
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The sunset painted the sky in a beautiful straw hue.
Her dress shimmered in the soft light with a delicate straw shade.
Straw
01

a thin tube made of plastic, glass, etc. for sucking drinks

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straw definition and meaning

What is a "straw"?

A straw is a cylindrical tube typically made of plastic, paper, metal, or other materials, used for drinking beverages. It allows liquid to be drawn up through the tube and directly into the mouth without the need for tipping or tilting the container. Straws are commonly used with cold drinks such as sodas, smoothies, or iced coffee, as well as hot beverages like hot chocolate or tea. They come in various lengths and diameters to suit different types of cups and glasses, and some may feature bendable or flexible sections for added convenience. While plastic straws have been widely used in the past, there is a growing trend towards more environmentally friendly alternatives such as paper or reusable metal straws to reduce plastic waste.

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She used a straw to sip her iced tea without having to lift the glass.
He ordered a reusable metal straw to reduce his environmental impact.
02

a pale yellow color, dull and often mixed with white

straw definition and meaning
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Her hair had a natural straw tint in the sunlight.
The walls were painted a soft straw shade to create warmth.
03

the dried stalks of cereal plants after the grain has been removed, used for animal bedding, fodder, thatching, or making woven items such as baskets and hats

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The artisan wove a basket from finely split straw.
They used straw to make traditional decorative ornaments.
to straw
01

to spread or scatter something loosely over a surface

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The gardener strawed seeds across the soil to encourage even growth.
Children strawed confetti on the playground during the festival.
02

to cover or provide with straw

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The farmer strawed the barn floor to make soft bedding for the cattle.
They strawed the stable before the new foal was brought in.
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