—strap /stræp/
noun [C]
C2 a narrow piece of leather or other strong material used for fastening something or giving support:
» Could you help me fasten this strap around my suitcase?See picture: strap 
Thesaurus+: ↑Bands, straps and strips
F0 with this meaning as a combining form:
» a watch strap» shoes with ankle strapsSee picture: a watch strap Thesaurus+: ↑Bands, straps and strips
F0 a strong strip of material hanging from the roof of a bus, train, or other public vehicle for passengers to hold onto if they are standing
Thesaurus+: ↑Bands, straps and strips• • •
Extra Examples:» To keep the helmet in position, fasten the strap beneath the chin.» The strap had rubbed against his skin and caused irritation.» Is the strap on this helmet adjustable?» Tighten the straps so they don't rub.» It's a frame rucksack with a belt and padded shoulder straps.verb [T usually + adv/prep] (-pp-) ↑Verb Endings for strap
► F0 to fasten something in position by fixing a narrow piece of leather or other strong material around it: » Are the kids strapped into their car seats?» We strapped the surfboard to the car roof.Thesaurus+: ↑Fastening and tying