hand tool consisting of a flat rigid rectangular bar (metal or wood) that can be used to draw straight lines (or test their straightness)
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straightedge::noun | Spocien Dictionary
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Examples of straightedge
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A ruler can be used both as a straightedge and a device to compute proportions.
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Use a pencil and a straightedge to mark a rectangle in the middle of the page.
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A regular hendecagon cannot be constructed using compass and straightedge.
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There is an unavoidable element of inaccuracy in placing the straightedge.
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It is also constructible with compass, straightedge and angle trisector.
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The virtual or drawn line created by the straightedge is called an index line or isopleth.
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Classic geometry was focused in compass and straightedge constructions.
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Use a metal straightedge where the flooring meets straight wall runs.
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Each of these six operations corresponding to a simple compass and straightedge construction.
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- Hand tool consisting of a flat rigid rectangular bar (metal or wood) that can be used to draw straight lines (or test their straightness)
- A straightedge is a tool with an edge free from curves, or straight, used for transcribing straight lines, or checking the straightness of lines. If it has equally spaced markings along its length it is usually called a ruler.
- A rigid, straight piece of wood or metal used to strike off a concrete surface to proper grade before the floating operation.
- A small board having one edge perfectly straight.
- A rule-type tool without graduation for checking, e.g., warp of cylinder block and head
- A thin bar of wood or steel used by draughtsmen for drawing straight lines. Also a bar or narrow board having at least one straight edge, used on construction work to obtain a flat and level surface.
- A length of timber or metal with at least one edge truly straight for marking out, checking levels etc.
- A ruler with no markings on it.
