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straps

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noun

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

Examples :

"Here are two simple sentences using the word "straps" as a noun: * The backpack has two adjustable straps so it fits comfortably on my shoulders. * The worker used leather straps to secure the heavy boxes on the truck. "

material item wear

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noun

A strip of thick leather used in flogging.

Examples :

"The old punishment box contained several different instruments, including a set of thick leather straps. "

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noun

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

Examples :

"The straps on my backpack are adjustable, so I can make it fit comfortably. "

material item wear

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

Examples :

"The barber carefully ran his straight razor across the leather straps to ensure a sharp, clean shave. "

material utensil

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noun

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

Examples :

"The old wooden chest was reinforced with iron straps to prevent it from falling apart. "

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noun

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

Examples :

"In the daisy, the white straps surround the yellow center, giving the flower its characteristic look. "

plant part biology

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

Examples :

"The botanist pointed to the smooth straps of the tall fescue, explaining they were distinct from the sheaths that wrapped around the stem. "

plant agriculture biology part

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noun

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

Examples :

"The police confiscated several straps from the gang members during the raid. "

weapon military

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noun

Credit offered to a customer, especially for alcoholic drink.

Examples :

""The bartender said Mr. Henderson had already used up all his straps for the week, so he couldn't order another whiskey on credit." "

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noun

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

Examples :

"After years of training, the wrestler finally won and proudly held the straps high above his head. "

sport entertainment title

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verb

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

Examples :

"The strict father used to strap his disobedient son as a form of punishment. "

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verb

To fasten or bind with a strap.

Examples :

"The hiker strapped the heavy backpack onto his shoulders. "

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verb

To sharpen by rubbing on a strap, or strop

Examples :

"to strap a razor"

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noun

A secondary heading, especially one printed above another.

Examples :

"The newspaper article used straps like "Local School Board Meeting" above the main headline "Budget Cuts Spark Community Debate." "

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A memorable slogan attached to a commercial brand.

Examples :

"While many companies focus on catchy jingles, the marketing team argued that memorable straps like "Just Do It" are more effective for long-term brand recognition. "

business communication media