Straps
Pronunciation: /ˈstræp/
Straps (noun)
- A long, narrow piece of material used to hold or fasten things.
- A band that goes over the shoulder to support a bag or garment.
- A strip of leather or other material used for hitting.
Examples
- The bag has a leather strap for carrying.
- He replaced the broken strap on his watch.
Common collocations: leather strap, broken strap, adjust the strap, shoulder strap, use a strap
Straps (verb)
- To secure something using a long, narrow piece of material.
- To tie or bind something tightly with a strip of material.
Examples
- He strapped the helmet securely to his head.
- They strapped the boxes to the roof of the car.