strap
/strˈæp/
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Definitions
Noun
an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position
Noun
hanger consisting of a loop of leather suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train; passengers hold onto it
Noun
a band that goes over the shoulder and supports a garment or bag
Noun
whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging
Verb
tie with a strap
Verb
beat severely with a whip or rod; "The teacher often flogged the students"; "The children were severely trounced"
Verb
sharpen with a strap; "strap a razor"
Verb
secure (a sprained joint) with a strap