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strap-hang
strap-hang/ˈstrapˌhaNG/
verb
travel while standing up in a bus or train.
"those lucky enough to get a seat drowse; the rest must strap-hang all the way"
Sep 23, 2024 · (on a train, bus, etc) to travel standing up, esp holding onto a strap.... Click for English pronunciations, examples sentences, video.
5 days ago · a strong strip of material hanging from the roof of a bus, train, or other public vehicle for passengers to hold onto if they are standing. picture of strap.
Oct 10, 2023 · What does the adjective strap-down mean? There is ... See 'Meaning & use' for definition, usage, and quotation evidence. ... strap-hanging, n. & adj.1919–; strap- ...
Jun 12, 2024 · Straphanger (specifically), a standing passenger on a subway or bus · Straphanger (more generally), a commuter who uses public transportation ...
Nov 6, 2023 · strap-hanging, n. & adj.1919–; strap-head, n.1864–; strap hide, n.1862–; strap hinge, n.1737–; strap iron, n.1833–; strap-laid, adj.1839–; strap leather, n.1897 ...
Sep 26, 2024 · a device by which or to which something is hung or hangs: such as. a. : a strap on a sword belt by which a sword or dagger can be suspended. b. : a loop by ...
5 days ago · SHOULDER STRAP meaning: 1. a narrow strip of material on a bag or a piece of clothing that hangs over the wearer's shoulder…. Learn more.
Sep 18, 2024 · noun ; a · a band worn to hold up a stocking or sock ; b · a band worn to hold up a shirt sleeve ; c · a strap hanging from a girdle or corset to support a stocking.
Feb 19, 2024 · Strap. The part that goes over the shoulder is also called the strap. They're all just straps.
Aug 13, 2024 · hanger consisting of a loop of leather suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train; passengers hold onto it; a band that goes over the shoulder and supports ...
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