What is the meaning of strap?

noun

• An elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position.
• Hanger consisting of a loop of leather suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train; passengers hold onto it.
• A band that goes over the shoulder and supports a garment or bag.
  • synonyms: shoulder strap
• Whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging.

verb

• Tie with a strap.
• Beat severely with a whip or rod.
  • usage: "The teacher often flogged the students"; "The children were severely trounced"
  • synonyms: flog, welt, whip, lather, lash, slash, trounce
• Sharpen with a strap.
  • usage: "strap a razor"
• Secure (a sprained joint) with a strap. .