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strap vs fasten

fasten vs strap

strap is a noun but fasten is not a noun.

strap and fasten both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
strap Yes No Yes No
fasten No No Yes No
As verbs, fasten is a hypernym of strap; that is, fasten is a word with a broader meaning than strap:
  • strap: secure (a sprained joint) with a strap
  • fasten: cause to be firmly attached
Other hypernyms of strap include fix, secure.
strap (noun) fasten (noun)
whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging
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) fasten (verb)
secure (a sprained joint) with a strap make tight or tighter
sharpen with a strap become fixed or fastened
tie with a strap cause to be firmly attached
beat severely with a whip or rod attach to
Difference between strap and fasten

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