Correct spellings for STRAIGHJACKETS
- Straightjackets Asylums in the 19th century were infamous for their use of cruel restraints such as straightjackets.
If you find yourself misspelling "straighjackets", worry not, as it's a common mistake. The correct spelling is "straitjackets". Despite the unusual spelling, "strait" refers to narrow or confined spaces, emphasizing the jacket's purpose. Remember this and save yourself from any grammar straightjacket!
