Straw Definition & Meaning
straw
- adjective
- of a pale yellow color like straw; straw-colored
- noun
- plant fiber used e.g. for making baskets and hats or as fodder
- material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds
- a variable yellow tint; dull yellow, often diluted with white
- a thin paper or plastic tube used to suck liquids into the mouth
- verb
- cover or provide with or as if with straw; "cows were strawed to weather the snowstorm"
- spread by scattering ("straw" is archaic); "strew toys all over the carpet"
"Straw" in song lyrics
See how straw is used in real songs:
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"Cause you just don't know when we might have a straw"
Above the Law f/ PEE GEE — Endonesia -
"I was the one that pulled the shortest straw"
Akon f/ Blewz — So Fly -
"You ain't know she could suck a golfball through a straw"
Apocalipps — One Night Stand
Words that rhyme with straw
Usage tips for "straw"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "straw" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for straw to find words that pair well.