1.an elongated leather strip (or or strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position
2.hanger consisting of a loop of leather suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train; passengers hold onto it
3.a band that goes over the shoulder and supports a garment or bag
4.whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging
1.tie with a strap
2.beat severely with a whip or rod;
The teacher often flogged the students
3.sharpen with a strap;
strap a razor
4.secure (a sprained joint) with a strap