"straighthood" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From straight + -hood. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|straight|hood}} straight + -hood Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} straighthood (uncountable)
  1. The state or condition of being straight (morally, sexually, etc.) Tags: uncountable Related terms: gayhood

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