English dictionary definition of:

strap


Noun

  • an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position
  • hanger consisting of a loop of leather suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train; passengers hold onto it
  • a band that goes over the shoulder and supports a garment or bag
  • whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging

Verb

  • tie with a strap
  • beat severely with a whip or rod
  • sharpen with a strap
  • secure (a sprained joint) with a strap

Thesaurus

flog   lash   lather   slash   trounce   welt   whip  

Spellzone course content

View spelling list Starter Course: Unit 6: Section 2 and learn about the word strap in the Spellzone English spelling course, Unit Starter course: Initial and final blends.

Scrabble score for strap


Scrabble score = 7

generated at 12:35:43 on 12-02-20

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