strap (A2)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /stræp/
Definition
A strip of leather, cloth, or other flexible material, used for fastening, carrying, or holding something.
Examples
The seatbelt is a safety strap that keeps you secure in the car.
He tightened the strap on his watch to make it fit better.
The artist used a leather strap to hang his tools on the wall.
How to Use strap
- strap in (phrasal verb)
- To secure oneself or someone else with straps or a seatbelt. — "The pilot asked the passengers to strap in before landing."
- strap on (phrasal verb)
- To put on or attach something using straps. — "She strapped on her backpack for the hike."
- strap oneself in (phrasal verb)
- To secure oneself using straps or a seatbelt. — "He strapped himself into the race car before the competition."
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