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STRAPS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Straps.

Straps - as a noun

An elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
leather strip
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shoulder strap

Whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
whip
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Straps - as a verb

Tie with a strap

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bindtie
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unstrap

Beat severely with a whip or rod

Example: "The teacher often flogged the students"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
floglashlatherslashtrounceweltwhip
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beatwork over
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Sharpen with a strap

Example: "Strap a razor"

Secure (a sprained joint) with a strap

Example Sentences

"He tightened the straps on his backpack before hiking."
"The dancer adjusted the straps on her pointe shoes."
"The watch had leather straps that felt comfortable on the wrist."
"She secured the straps on her helmet before riding the motorcycle."
"The weightlifter wrapped the straps around his wrists for added support."
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Word Game Points

Is STRAPS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, straps is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

STRAPS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is STRAPS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, straps is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STRAPS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is STRAPS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, straps is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STRAPS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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