shoulder strap

noun

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

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Along with two zippered side pockets that double as water bottle holders and a separate padded laptop compartment, this backpack touts padded adjustable shoulder straps, a key leash, a leather credit card pocket, and several other zip pockets throughout. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2025 Think of Blake as a slouchy, roomy tote bag but with a shoulder strap—genius! Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 7 Jan. 2025 The bag comes in two sizes, with its smaller style equipped with a detachable shoulder strap, which can be added for hands-free, crossbody styling. Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2025 The bag is made from durable Saffiano leather and has a soft woven lining, plus dual shoulder straps. Clara McMahon, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024 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 21 Jan. 2025.

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shoulder strap

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

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