shoulder strap

noun

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

Examples of shoulder strap in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Its swim top features a scoop neck, wide shoulder straps, and a tie-front embellishment at the base, while the matching swim bottoms offer full coverage in the back and aren’t too low on the waist. Olivia Campbell, Parents, 13 May 2024 For accessories, Hadid opted for black-rimmed spectacles, gold hoop earrings, a black leather GG buckle belt, and a striking Ancora red bucket bag with a web shoulder strap in green and red. Alex Kessler, Vogue, 3 May 2024 They’re equipped with wrap-around shoulder straps and side handles for added support. Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 2 May 2024 Carry it with its top handle or crossbody with an adjustable shoulder strap. $24.99 Amazon Shop Now Lunch boxes and lunch bags for men Amazon Carhartt Deluxe Dual Compartment Insulated Lunch Cooler Bag, Black This Carhartt lunch cooler bag comes in multiple colors like black, navy, grey and brown. Claire Peltier, ABC News, 19 Apr. 2024 Multiple pockets and a sturdy shoulder strap keep it ideal for travel, and the main compartment is roomy enough to even hold up to a 10.1-inch tablet. Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2024 With its contoured shoulder straps, the underwire-free nursing and pumping bra is also sturdy and supportive. Katrina Cossey, Parents, 10 Apr. 2024 The bra has a triple hook-and-eye closure and even comes with adjustable straps that can be worn two ways, either as traditional shoulder straps or crisscrossing across the back. Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024 Shop for additional features like plug-in capabilities for a car, padded handles or shoulder straps for easy carrying, compartments for storage and more. Claire Peltier, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2024

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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 19 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

shoulder strap

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

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