strap
//stræp//
Noun
strapSingular
strapsPlural
1
A strip of leather, cloth, or other flexible material used for fastening, securing, or carrying something.
She adjusted the strap on her bag before leaving.
2
A loop of material attached to a bag, garment, or other object, used for holding or hanging.
She held onto the strap of her bag while walking through the crowd.
Verb
strapInfinitive
strapPresent tense
strappedPast tense
strappedPast participle
strappingPresent participle
strapsThird-person singular
1
To fasten or secure with a strap or straps.
She strapped the bag to the back of her bicycle.
2
To beat someone with a strap as punishment.
In the old days, teachers would strap students who misbehaved.