Backstrap

Quick meaning: Backstrap is a noun meaning A pull strap extending the backstay of a boot or shoe.

Meaning

A pull strap extending the backstay of a boot or shoe.

More Meanings

1. The backbone of a book.
2. A loin of meat consisting of the muscle on each side of the spine.
3. An anchoring strap, passed around the waist or hips, for a small loom.
4. (firearms) The rearmost surface applied to the grip especially of a pistol below a possible beavertail.
5. (drugs) The rolling of a marijuana cigarette in a certain fashion.
6. To apply or make into a backstrap.

Example Sentences

As a dressing, combine the extra-virgin olive oil and garlic in a small bowl, seasoning with salt and pepper. Arrange the whole eggplants and tomatoes on a large platter. Slice the lamb backstraps diagonally and lay the meat over the eggplants and tomatoes.

Word Forms

• backstraps
• backstrapping
• backstrapped

Synonyms for backstrap

Depending on context, synonyms include backroll.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include loom, bootstrap, breaststrap, bootlace, breast strap, spur-leather.

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