STRADDLE Meaning and
Definition
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Straddle is a verb that primarily refers to the action of sitting or standing with one leg on either side of an object, such as a chair, horse, or bicycle. It involves spreading or extending the legs apart in opposite directions, enabling a person to straddle the object or divide their weight evenly between two sides. The common image associated with straddling is having both feet on the ground while the legs are spread wide apart.
In a figurative sense, straddle can also mean to take a position that is inclusive of two or more opposing options, opinions, or interests. For example, in politics, one may opt to straddle the fence or straddle the divide between two parties, bridging the gap or maintaining neutrality between conflicting views.
Additionally, straddle can have a financial context when it comes to investing, particularly in options trading. In this scenario, a straddle occurs when an investor simultaneously buys or sells a call option and a put option with the same strike price and expiration date. The straddle enables the investor to profit from market volatility, as they can benefit from price movements in either direction, regardless of whether the price increases or decreases.
Overall, the term straddle encompasses various physical, figurative, and financial meanings, all rooted in the idea of dividing or spanning between two or more objects, opinions, or positions.
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• To place one's self astride; to stand or walk with the legs far apart; to walk wide and awkwardly.
• The act of standing, sitting, or walking with feet unusually far apart; the distance between the feet of one who straddles.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of STRADDLE
The word "straddle" originated from the Old English word "strædlian", which meant "to stand with legs astride". It is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "stradulōną", meaning "to stride over". This, in turn, can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root "stret-", which denotes "to stretch out". The term "straddle" has evolved over time to encompass various meanings, such as spanning or occupying two positions simultaneously.
Idioms with the word STRADDLE
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straddle the fence
The idiom "straddle the fence" means to be indecisive or to not take a clear position on a particular issue or situation. It refers to a person who tries to maintain a neutral stance by not fully committing to one side or the other.
Similar spelling words for STRADDLE
- star drill,
- storied,
- stratagem,
- strawder,
- stardom,
- stradford,
- stored,
- startle,
- starred,
- strad,
- sturdily,
- sturdy,
- sturdiness,
- stardust,
- sturdevant,
- strate,
- steroid,
- strader,
- stradley,
- stirred.
Conjugate verb Straddle
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