straight vs slang

slang vs straight

straight and slang both are nouns.

straight is an adjective but slang is not an adjective.

straight is not a verb while slang is a verb.

straight is an adverb but slang is not an adverb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
straight	Yes	Yes	No	Yes
slang	Yes	No	Yes	No

straight (noun)	slang (noun)
a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse	a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)
a poker hand with 5 consecutive cards (regardless of suit)	informal language consisting of words and expressions that are not considered appropriate for formal occasions; often vituperative or vulgar
a person having a sexual orientation to persons of the opposite sex

straight (adjective)	slang (adjective)
having no deviations
no longer coiled
(of hair) having no waves or curls
characterized by honesty and fairness
free from curves or angles
in keeping with the facts
successive (without a break)
rigidly conventional or old-fashioned
following a correct or logical method
without evasion or compromise
erect in posture
not homosexual
neatly arranged; not disorderly
(of an alcoholic drink) without water
accurately fitted; level

straight (verb)	slang (verb)
	abuse with coarse language
	fool or hoax
	use slang or vulgar language

straight (adverb)	slang (adverb)
in a straight line; in a direct course
in a forthright manner; candidly or frankly
without deviation

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