strap

• Nom désignant une longue bande étroite de matériau flexible, comme du cuir ou du tissu, utilisée pour attacher, fixer, porter ou maintenir quelque chose en place.

A noun referring to a long, narrow strip of flexible material, such as leather or fabric, used for fastening, securing, carrying, or holding something in place.

1. Binding stripB1formal

   An elongated strip, typically made of leather or a similar material, used to bind things together or hold something in position.

   sangle de fixation

   • He used a leather strap to secure the suitcase.
   • The watch has a comfortable nylon strap.
   • The straps on the backpack were adjusted for a better fit.

   Synonymesbandbeltbindingcordthongtie

2. Hanging loopB1formal

   A loop of material, often leather, suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train for passengers to hold onto.

   poignée suspendue

   • She held onto the strap to keep her balance on the moving bus.
   • The train was so crowded that he had to grab a strap.
   • Passengers were hanging from the straps during rush hour.

3. Shoulder bandA2formal

   A band that goes over the shoulder to support a garment or bag.

   Bretelle

   • The dress has thin straps that tie at the shoulders.
   • She adjusted the strap of her handbag.
   • The guitar strap was too long for him.

   Synonymesbandsling

4. WhipB2formal

   A strip of leather used for flogging, typically as a form of punishment.

   Fouet en lanière de cuir

   • The prisoner was punished with a leather strap.
   • In the past, teachers used a strap to discipline students.
   • The whip was made from a single strip of leather.

   Synonymesbeltlashscourgethongwhip

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action d'attacher ou de fixer quelque chose avec une sangle, ou de lier étroitement.

A verb used to indicate the act of fastening or securing something with a strap, or to bind tightly.

1. Tie with a strapB1formal

   To fasten or secure something using a strap.

   attacher avec une sangle

   • He strapped the suitcase to the roof of the car.
   • She strapped the baby into the car seat.
   • Make sure you strap the box tightly before shipping.

   Synonymesbindbucklecinchfastenlashsecuretietruss

   Antonymesfreeloosenreleaseunbindunbuckleundounfastenunstrapuntie

2. Beat severely with a whip or rodC1formal

   To strike someone or something repeatedly with a strap, whip, or rod as punishment.

   fouetter violemment

   • In the past, teachers would strap students for misbehavior.
   • The cruel master strapped the servant for his mistake.
   • He was strapped for stealing bread.

   Synonymesbeatbeltbirchcanefloglashscourgeswitchthrashwhip

3. Sharpen with a strapC2formal

   To hone the edge of a blade, especially a razor, by rubbing it against a leather strap.

   Repasser au cuir

   • The barber strapped his razor before shaving the customer.
   • He carefully strapped the knife to get a finer edge.
   • You need to strap the blade regularly to maintain its sharpness.

   Synonymeshonesharpenwhet

4. Secure a sprained joint with a strapB2formal

   To bind or support an injured joint, such as an ankle or wrist, using a strap or bandage.

   bander une entorse

   • The doctor strapped his sprained ankle to prevent further injury.
   • She strapped her wrist after the fall.
   • He strapped the knee tightly to reduce swelling.

   Synonymesbandagebindtapewrap