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

[ Syn: shoulder strap ]

whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging

tie with a strap

beat severely with a whip or rod; The teacher often flogged the students; The children were severely trounced

[ Syn: flog , welt , whip , lather , lash , slash , trounce ]

sharpen with a strap; strap a razor'

secure (a sprained joint) with a strap