Synonyms of straps

straps 1 of 2

noun

plural of strap

as in belts

a narrow and usually flat piece of a material that is used for fastening, holding together, or wrapping something

She had the nervous habit of fiddling with the strap of her watch.

Related Words

• belts
• tapes
• bindings
• bandages
• ribbons
• bands
• strips
• lists
• girths
• swatches
• slips
• swaths
• slats

straps

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of strap

as in wires

Related Words

• wires
• cords
• ropes
• cinches
• ties
• threads
• trusses
• binds
• bands
• tethers
• lashes
• leashes
• girds
• girts
• laces
• knots
• coils
• snarls
• intertwines
• tangles
• interlaces
• winds
• interweaves
• entangles
• twists

Dissimilar Words

• unties
• unfastens
• unbinds
• unstraps
• undoes
• unlaces
• unlooses
• unstrings
• unloosens
• unleashes
• unravels
• untwists
• disentangles
• unwinds
• unthreads
• unlashes
• untangles
• uncoils
• untethers
• unspools
• unsnarls
• untwines

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of straps

Noun

The loose straps on my backpack were snapping and slapping like whips. — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2026

With a mirror-like finish, the silhouette featured a thick strap across the toes as well as slender ankle straps and a sky-high stiletto heel. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026

The watch is presented on a black fabric strap, but comes with two additional rubber straps lined in red and green, respectively—colors Soldier associates with the present and past. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Nov. 2026

In addition to their glove-like design with a high vamp that completely covers the toes, the flats also have criss-cross Mary Jane straps for an elegant touch. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 31 Oct. 2026

Designers across the fashion capitals sent models down the catwalk carrying purses by one or two short straps, putting the handheld style firmly back in the spotlight. — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026

This one-piece combines crisscross straps with a compressive fabric for a secure fit, plus moderate coverage for active days. — Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2026

The water and stain spray protects leather uppers and straps; the cleaner and refresher solution is a non-aerosol spray that cleans the footbed; and the cork sealer waterproofs the cork sole and protects it from drying out and becoming brittle. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2026