straightjacket

Questions

What does straightjacket mean?

Misspelling of straitjacket.

Where does straightjacket come from?

Due to the confusion between the spelling of strait in straitjacket and the more common word straight; more at straight-laced § Etymology.

How to pronounce straightjacket

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “straightjacket”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “straightjacket”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “straightjacket” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.