Webbing: meaning, definitions and examples

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webbing

 

[ ˈwɛbɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

outdoor activities

A strong fabric woven as a flat strip or tube of varying width and fibres often used in place of rope.

Synonyms

band, ribbon, strap.

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Word Description / Examples
webbing

Often used to describe strong, woven material made from fibers like nylon or polyester. Common in situations requiring durability and tensile strength, such as backpacks, belts, and outdoor gear.

  • The backpack's webbing started to fray after years of use.
  • Climbers rely on durable webbing for their safety harnesses.
strap

A long, narrow piece of material used to fasten, secure, or carry items. It is often associated with bags, watches, and various forms of equipment.

  • He adjusted the strap on his shoulder bag.
  • The strap on her watch broke, so she had to get it replaced.
band

A general term that can refer to a flat, narrow strip of material often used for wrapping or binding items. Suitable in everyday and technical contexts.

  • She wore a jade green band around her wrist.
  • The carpenter used a rubber band to keep the pieces together.
ribbon

Typically a thin and decorative strip of fabric, often satin or silk. Commonly used for gift wrapping, awards, and crafts.

  • The present was tied with a beautiful red ribbon.
  • She earned a blue ribbon for her outstanding performance.

Examples of usage

  • His backpack was secured with nylon webbing.
  • The climbers used webbing to create anchors.
  • The hammock was made of durable webbing material.

Translations

Translations of the word "webbing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tecido de rede

🇮🇳 वेबिंग

🇩🇪 Gurtband

🇮🇩 jaring

🇺🇦 стрічка

🇵🇱 taśma

🇯🇵 ウェビング

🇫🇷 sangle

🇪🇸 cinta

🇹🇷 kayış

🇰🇷 웹빙

🇸🇦 نسيج شبكي

🇨🇿 popruh

🇸🇰 popruh

🇨🇳 织带

🇸🇮 trak

🇮🇸 vöndull

🇰🇿 торлама

🇬🇪 ქსოვილი

🇦🇿 kəmər

🇲🇽 cinta

Etymology

The word 'webbing' originated from the Middle English word 'web', which meant 'woven fabric'. Over time, the term evolved to specifically refer to the strong fabric strips used in various applications, such as outdoor activities and industrial settings. The use of webbing has become widespread due to its durability and versatility in replacing traditional ropes in many situations.

See also: web, webcam, webpage, webpages.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,507, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.