Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
strapped
adjective
/stræpt/
Definition
Being fastened or secured with a strap or band.
Examples
- He was strapped to the chair during the demonstration.
- After all the expenses, she found herself strapped for cash.
Meaning
The term ‘strapped’ can refer to being physically tied or held in place with a strap, or it can convey a sense of being short on resources, such as money or time.
Synonyms
- Bound
- Secured
- Strapped down
- Short on money
- Impoverished
