: a strap that passes across the shoulder and holds up an article or garment
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This laptop backpack is an especially beautiful option, made of supple leather with a zippered closure, adjustable shoulder straps, and lots of inner secure compartments.—Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026 In some shots, the suspect wore a backpack that seemed to be full and had reflective tape on the shoulder straps.—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026 Security can be strict about the types that trainers bring, but in general, a gallon plastic freezer bag is allowed, a clutch with a shoulder strap, clutch with a wrist strap or a diaper bag is OK when accompanied by a child.—Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 19 Feb. 2026 The exterior of the bag features ample lash points, adjustable and removable shoulder straps, and grab handles, increasing versatility and expedition functionality.—Drew Zieff, Outside, 17 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shoulder strap