strap
Translation
strap, band
Examples
The strap on my bag broke.
The strap on my bag broke.
He wore a watch with a leather strap.
He wore a watch with a leather strap.
Grammar Patterns
a ((strap)) on (sth.) a piece of material used to fasten something The strap on my bag broke.
Similar Words
Synonyms: band, belt, leash
Etymology
From Old English 'stropp' (loop, thong), related to Dutch 'strop' (noose).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'strip' of leather used as a 'strap' to hold things together.