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strap vs chin strap

chin strap vs strap

strap and chin strap both are nouns.

strap is a verb but chin strap is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
strap Yes No Yes No
chin strap Yes No No No
As nouns, chin strap is a hyponym of strap; that is, chin strap is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than strap:
  • strap: an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position
  • chin strap: a strap attached to a hat; passes under the chin and holds the hat in place
Other hyponyms of strap include bootstrap, cheekpiece, crupper, latchet, noseband, nosepiece, rein, strop.
strap (noun) chin strap (noun)
whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging a strap attached to a hat; passes under the chin and holds the hat in place
an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position
a band that goes over the shoulder and supports a garment or bag
hanger consisting of a loop of leather suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train; passengers hold onto it
strap (verb) chin strap (verb)
secure (a sprained joint) with a strap
sharpen with a strap
tie with a strap
beat severely with a whip or rod
Difference between strap and chin strap

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