strap
noun
1. an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position
Definition categories: man–made
2. hanger consisting of a loop of leather suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train; passengers hold onto it
Definition categories: man–made, hanger
3. a band that goes over the shoulder and supports a garment or bag
Definition categories: man–made, band
4. whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging
Definition categories: man–made, whip
verb
1. tie with a strap
Definition categories: contact, bind, tie
2. beat severely with a whip or rod
Similar word(s): flog, lash, lather, slash, trounce, welt, whip
Definition categories: contact, beat
3. sharpen with a strap
- strap a razor
Definition categories: change, sharpen
4. secure (a sprained joint) with a strap