strap

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Slang

n. a slang word for a gun, usually a small one like a pistol.

n. a slang term for a personal firearm, typically a handgun.

“In many action movies, the main character is always carrying a strap.”

“The lyrics often reference carrying a strap as a metaphor for the constant threat of violence in high-crime urban environments.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Finance Technical

n. a specific way of trading stocks using options to bet that prices will go up.

n. an options strategy involving one put and two calls with the same strike price and expiration, used when high volatility is expected with a bullish bias.

“The trader used a strap because he thought the stock price would jump significantly.”

“By employing a strap rather than a standard straddle, the investor increased their potential profit from a significant upward price movement while maintaining some downside protection.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to tie or move something into place using a strip of material.

v. to secure, bind, or fasten an object in place using a strap or similar flexible material.

“Make sure you strap the surfboard tightly to the roof of the car.”

“The paramedics worked quickly to strap the patient onto the stretcher before navigating the narrow staircase to the ambulance.”

C1 · Advanced Archaic

v. to hit someone with a leather strip as a punishment.

v. to beat or chastise a person or animal using a leather strap.

“In the old days, teachers might strap students who misbehaved in class.”

“The historical novel describes a time when sailors were routinely strapped for even the most minor infractions of naval discipline.”