strap

Meanings

• Noun

  A narrow piece of material, typically made of leather or fabric, used to hold or carry things.

  - "He used a strap to secure the boxes to the roof of his car."
  - "The athlete wore a running strap to keep his water bottle close at hand."

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Pronunciation

1. /stɹæp/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=79241641"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with strap
map , clap , tap , wrap

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Variants

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strap , strappy , straps , strapped , strapping , strap in , strapped in , strapping in , straps in , shoulder strap , shoulder straps , spaghetti strap , pull strap , pull tab , pull tabs , put on the feedbag , put/tie/strap on the feedbag , strap on the feedbag , tie on the feedbag

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Etymology

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Old English strapa, from strapan to bind, from strap 'thong, band'.

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Trivia

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1. Straps have been used for transportation since ancient times, with the Romans using them to secure cargo on ships.

2. In the Middle Ages, knights wore armor straps to secure their armor in place.

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Related Concepts

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1. strap on: To wear or use something, especially a sex toy, that is not naturally part of one's body. 'She decided to try wearing a strap-on dildo during sex.'

2. strap down: To secure something firmly in place, often using straps. 'Make sure to strap down all loose items before taking off.'

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Culture

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Straps have been used for various purposes throughout history, including as part of clothing, as part of transportation systems, and as tools for carrying or securing objects.

How to Memorize "strap"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a thick leather belt or a long piece of fabric that can be used to secure or carry things.
   - Visualize the different ways a strap can be used, such as securing a box to a roof or wearing a running strap around your waist.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'strap' with the idea of securing or carrying things. 'The strap holds the box in place.'
   - Think of the word 'strap' as a versatile tool that can be used in many different situations.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym S.T.R.A.P. to remember the meaning: Secure Thing Really And Properly.
   - Create a mental image of a person using a strap to secure or carry something.

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