slats

noun

plural of slat
as in straps

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  1. straps
  2. tapes
  3. belts
Noun
  • The contoured footbed offers more support than a typical flat sandal, and the adjustable straps help customize the fit, which is especially helpful for her flat feet.
    — Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
  • Padded ergonomic straps and air mesh back panels for comfort.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 8 July 2026
Definition of straps
Noun
  • The year 1976 saw the founding of Apple and the introduction of VHS tapes, but the national audience was still very much a reality.
    — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
  • By the time the two relented, the album’s master tapes had been lost.
    — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 July 2026
Definition of tapes
Noun
  • That event, which is scheduled for August 15 at Philadelphia’s Xfinity Mobile Arena, will see two UFC belts on the line.
    — Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • Designers like Chloé continue to embrace billowy blouses, floral motifs, and XL belts, while Dior doubled down on blooms in its Haute Couture collection.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 2 July 2026
Definition of belts
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