Strap: meaning, definitions and examples

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strap

[ stræp ]

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leather

A strip of leather, fabric, or other flexible material, used to fasten, secure, or carry something or to restrain, support, or prevent something from moving.

Synonyms

band, belt, thong

Examples of usage

She tightened the strap on her backpack before setting off on the hike.
The watch had a leather strap that complemented its vintage design.

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fasten

To fasten or secure in a specified place or position with a strap.

Synonyms

fasten, secure, tie

Examples of usage

He strapped the helmet securely under his chin before riding the motorcycle.
The boxes were strapped together to prevent them from falling during transport.

Translations

Translations of the word "strap" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alça

correia
tira

🇮🇳 पट्टा

🇩🇪 Riemen

Gurt
Band

🇮🇩 tali

🇺🇦 ремінь

стрічка
пасок

🇵🇱 pasek

🇯🇵 ストラップ (sutorappu)

🇫🇷 sangle

courroie
lanière

🇪🇸 correa

tira
banda

🇹🇷 kayış

🇰🇷 끈 (kkeun)

🇸🇦 حزام (ḥizām)

🇨🇿 pásek

🇸🇰 pás

🇨🇳 带子 (dài zi)

🇸🇮 pašček

🇮🇸 ól

🇰🇿 белдік

🇬🇪 სამაგრი (samagri)

🇦🇿 kəmər

🇲🇽 correa

tira
banda

Word origin

The word 'strap' originated from Old English 'stræp' meaning 'a long, narrow strip of leather'. It has been used in English since the 13th century to refer to a strip of material used for fastening or carrying items. Over time, 'strap' has evolved to encompass various materials and uses, becoming a common term in everyday language.