straight arrow
noun
Definition of straight arrow
: a person who lives by rigidly proper or conventional standards
straight–arrow
adjectiveFrom the M-W Editors
Examples of straight arrow in a Sentence
He doesn't drink or smoke. He's a real straight arrow.
Origin and Etymology of straight arrow
from the expression straight as an arrow
First Known Use: 1969
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