Strap ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Strap ( noun )

1. A strip of leather, fabric, or other material, used for fastening or holding something, or for hitting someone as punishment.
2. A band or bracelet worn around a wrist or ankle.
3. A long narrow strip of material used for tying or fastening something, especially a suitcase or bag.

Origin:

Middle english: from old norse straptr, of germanic origin; related to german strumpf "stocking", also to strip.

Examples:

1. She fastened the strap of her bag over her shoulder.
2. The watch had a leather strap.
3. He hit him with a strap as punishment.
4. She wore a watch with a gold strap.
5. He fastened the suitcase with a strap.

(As a verb)

Strap ( verb )

1. A strip of leather, fabric, or other material, used for fastening or holding something, or for hitting someone as punishment.
2. A band or bracelet worn around a wrist or ankle.
3. A long narrow strip of material used for tying or fastening something, especially a suitcase or bag.

Origin:

Middle english: from old norse straptr, of germanic origin; related to german strumpf "stocking", also to strip.

Examples:

1. She fastened the strap of her bag over her shoulder.
2. The watch had a leather strap.
3. He hit him with a strap as punishment.
4. She wore a watch with a gold strap.
5. He fastened the suitcase with a strap.