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billet2 |
the part of a strap that passes through a buckle, or the loop or pocket that secures the leading edge of the strap. [1/4 definitions] |
bungee cord |
a strong elastic cord with hooks on each end, used to strap things down or absorb the shock of a suddenly applied force. Long bungee cords are used in the sport of bungee jumping. |
cinch |
a strong strap for securing a pack or saddle on an animal; girth. [1/6 definitions] |
crupper |
a leather strap that is looped around the base of a horse's tail and attached to a harness or riding saddle to keep it from sliding forward. [1/2 definitions] |
epaulet |
an ornamental shoulder strap or board, sometimes with fringes, as on some military uniforms. |
flip-flop |
a sandal held on the foot by a narrow leather, rubber, or plastic strap that passes between the first and second toes; thong. [1/7 definitions] |
fob1 |
a short chain, strap, or ribbon usu. connected to a pocket watch, or a small ornament or medallion attached to the chain, strap, or ribbon. [1/2 definitions] |
girth |
something that goes around or encompasses an object, esp. a strap that circles the back and abdomen to hold a saddle on a horse or other animal. [1/4 definitions] |
halter1 |
a rope or strap with a bitless headstall that is set on the head or neck, as of a horse or ox, to restrain or guide the animal. [1/5 definitions] |
haversack |
a strong bag with a single strap, usu. worn over one shoulder and used to carry food or supplies. |
hobble |
to restrain by placing a rope, strap, or other device around two legs of (a horse, mule, or the like). [2/6 definitions] |
jess |
a short strap fastened around the leg of a falcon or hawk, to which a leash can be attached. |
jockstrap |
an elastic strap with a pouch to support a male's genitals during athletic activities; athletic supporter. |
ligule |
a strap-shaped structure in the petals of certain composite plants. [1/2 definitions] |
mailbag |
a large bag with a shoulder strap used by one who delivers mail. [1/2 definitions] |
martingale |
a harness strap between the girth and noseband that restrains a horse from throwing its head back. [1/2 definitions] |
Mary Janes |
trademark for a girl's patent leather low-heeled dress shoe having a strap that crosses the instep. |
musette bag |
a small leather or canvas bag for toilet articles, carried by a shoulder strap. |
purse |
a pouch or bag made of leather, cloth, plastic, or the like, for carrying money and other personal possessions, usu. carried by a hand or shoulder strap; handbag. [1/5 definitions] |
Sam Browne belt |
a waist belt with a diagonal strap over the right shoulder, worn as part of a military or police uniform, esp. as support for a pistol. |
satchel |
a small bag, often with a shoulder strap, used to carry books and other small articles. |
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