strap

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Pronunciation
/stɹæp/
Noun
12 definition(s)
1 Definition

A long, narrow, pliable strip of leather, cloth, or the like.

2 Definition

A strip of thick leather used in flogging.

3 Definition

Something made of such a strip, or of a part of one, or a combination of two or more for a particular use.

4 Definition

A piece of leather, or strip of wood covered with a suitable material, used to hone the sharpened edge of a razor; a strop.

5 Definition

A narrow strip of anything, as of iron or brass.

6 Definition

The flat part of the corolla in ligulate florets, as those of the white circle in the daisy.

7 Definition

The leaf, exclusive of its sheath, in some grasses.

8 Definition

A gun, normally a personal firearm such as a pistol or machine pistol.

9 Definition

Credit offered to a customer, especially for alcoholic drink.

10 Definition

(with "the") A championship belt, or by extension, the title.

11 Definition

A secondary heading, especially one printed above another.

12 Definition

A memorable slogan attached to a commercial brand.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To beat or chastise with a strap; to whip, to lash.

2 Definition

To fasten or bind with a strap.

3 Definition

To sharpen by rubbing on a strap, or strop

Example Sentences
  • to strap a razor