strapping Meaning & Definition
-æpɪŋ
What Does Strapping Mean?
Strapping is used as a verb meaning present participle and gerund of strap. As an adjective, it means Having a sturdy muscular physique; robust. As a noun, it means Adhesive plaster for strapping injuries.
Quick Facts About Strapping
| Part of speech | verb, adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /-æpɪŋ/ |
| Synonyms | robust, beefy and burly |
| Plural | strappings |
| Comparative / superlative | more strapping, most strapping |
Strapping Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of strap
Strapping as an Adjective
- Having a sturdy muscular physique; robust.
- full of vigor; lusty.
Strapping as a Noun
- Adhesive plaster for strapping injuries.
- A length of narrow material to be used for straps, or straps collectively.
- A beating with a strap.
- The act of fastening with a strap.
Verb
- To beat or chastise with a strap; to whip, to lash.
- To fasten or bind with a strap.
- To sharpen by rubbing on a strap, or strop
to strap a razor
Adjective
- Of a young woman: full of vigor; lusty.
Synonyms of Strapping
Strapping synonyms and antonyms →Strapping in a Sentence
to strap a razor
Word Forms & Grammar
strapping
strapping (comparative more strapping, superlative most strapping)
strapping (countable and uncountable, plural strappings)
Words That Rhyme With Strapping
Strapping: Your Questions Answered
Is strapping a verb or an adjective?
Strapping is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective and a noun.
What is another word for strapping?
Close synonyms of strapping are robust, beefy and burly. See the full list of strapping synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of strapping?
The plural of strapping is strappings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of strapping?
The comparative form is more strapping and the superlative form is most strapping.