shoulder strap

noun

: a strap that passes across the shoulder and holds up an article or garment

Examples of shoulder strap in a Sentence

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Her archival dress featured fine shoulder straps and a short, sheer hem. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 16 Dec. 2025 Padding keeps your boots from digging into your back and thick shoulder straps, and a sternum strap makes carrying a heavy load doable. Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2025 It’s crafted with a polyester, polyurethane, and cactus fiber blend that yields a luxurious, leather-like feel that can withstand wear and tearOther thoughtful design features include front and back slip pockets, interior pockets, and an adjustable (and removable) shoulder strap. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025 The bag from the kit was a nice reusable leather satchel and came with an attachable shoulder strap. Zach Wichter, USA Today, 21 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for shoulder strap

Word History

First Known Use

1688, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shoulder strap was in 1688

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“Shoulder strap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shoulder%20strap. Accessed 22 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

shoulder strap

noun
: a strap worn over the shoulder to hold up an article or a garment

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