shoulder strap

noun

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

Examples of shoulder strap in a Sentence

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The entire bodice of the dress, including the shoulder straps, is made of lace. Mikelle Street, WWD, 23 Feb. 2025 There’s also a zip pocket on the shoulder strap, which is perfect for my earbuds. Barry Samaha, Glamour, 21 Feb. 2025 While traveling, this is the ideal bag to tote while cycling around a city like Copenhagen or Amsterdam (the shoulder strap is adjustable!) and stylish enough for an evening out in Milan or London. Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 13 Feb. 2025 The crossbody can also be turned into a clutch thanks to its detachable shoulder strap. Emily Weaver, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025 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 13 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

shoulder strap

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

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