strapping

strap (someone or something) onto (someone or something)

To attach, fasten, or secure someone or something onto someone or something else. They strapped the spy onto the table to begin some advanced interrogation techniques. They strapped various pieces of armor onto my arms, legs, and torso. You can't just strap a backpack onto yourself and be ready to go! You'll need a lot more preparation than that.
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strap (someone or something) with (something)

1. To attach, fasten, or secure something onto or around someone or something. The agent strapped the bridge with C4 and prepared to blow the whole thing sky high. The bank robber strapped the hostages with nylon rope and plastic cable ties.
2. To burden someone with something oppressive, irritating, or problematic. They strapped me with a $200 fine for parking there on a Sunday. She ended up strapping the business with nearly $20 million in debt before moving on to a different company.
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strap down

To fasten or secure someone or something down (to something) with or as with straps. A noun or pronoun can be used between "strap" and "down." Make sure you strap down that cargo before you start driving. They strapped the spy down to a table to begin some advanced interrogation techniques.
See also: down, strap

strap in

1. To secure oneself to or into something with a strap, harness, or seat belt. I just need to strap in before you start driving. We all sat into the seats of the roller coaster and began strapping in.
2. To secure someone or something to or into something with a strap, harness, or seat belt. A noun or pronoun can be used between "strap" or "in." Make sure you strap the kids in properly. He didn't strap in the cargo and it all ended up falling over and breaking in transit.
3. slang Brace yourself; get ready, especially for something shocking or surprising, whether in a good or a bad way. Strap in, ladies and gentlemen—these financial results are not great. Strap in for one of the wildest action films of the year!
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strap into (something)

1. To secure oneself into something with a strap, harness, or seat belt. I just need to strap into my seat before you start driving. We all began strapping into the cars of the roller coaster, nervous and excited in equal measure.
2. To secure someone or something to or into something with a strap, harness, or seat belt. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "strap" or "in." Make sure you strap the kids into their car seats properly. He didn't strap the cargo into its place securely, and it ended up falling over and breaking in transit.
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strap on

To attach, fasten, or secure someone or something on(to someone or something else). A noun or pronoun can be used between "strap" and "on." They strapped the spy on the table to begin some advanced interrogation techniques. They strapped on various pieces of armor to my arms, legs, and torso. You can't just strap a backpack on and call yourself ready to go! You'll need a lot more preparation than that.
See also: on, strap

strap on a pair

vulgar slang A derogatory exhortation to start acting in a more masculine manner; that is, to be more direct, aggressive, courageous, self-confident, and other such characteristics that are stereotypically considered to be masculine attributes. ("Pair" here refers to testicles, but the phrase can be said of or by both men and women.) You're never going to get the boss's respect if you keep kowtowing to him like that. You need to strap on a pair and show him that you deserve to be taken seriously! Janet, I know you're nervous about asking Tom out on a date, but just strap on a pair and give it a shot!
See also: on, pair, strap

strap on the (old) feedbag

slang To begin eating; to have a meal. I can't wait to get to Grandma's and strap on the old feedbag. She always cooks the tastiest food! What do you say we strap on the feedbag before we head out?
See also: feedbag, on, strap

strap on the (old) nosebag

slang To begin eating; to have a meal. A nosebag is another word for a feed bag, the bag tied under a horse's mouth that allows it to feed. I can't wait to get to grandma's and strap on the old nosebag. She always cooks the tastiest food! What do you say we strap on the nosebag before we head out?
See also: nosebag, on, strap

strap the (old) feedbag on

slang To begin eating; to have a meal. "Feedbag" is sometimes spelled as two words. I can't wait to get to grandma's and strap the old feedbag on. She always cooks the tastiest food! What do you say we strap the feed bag on before we head out?
See also: feedbag, on, strap

strap up

1. To fasten or secure someone or something with a strap. A noun or pronoun can be used between "strap" and "up." You don't want the body armor coming loose during combat, so be sure you strap it up tight. We strapped up our helmets and walked out onto the football field.
2. To become armed with a firearm. Officers began strapping up in preparation of the raid on the suspected drug dealer hideout.
3. To instruct or allow someone to become armed with a firearm. A noun or pronoun can be used between "strap" and "up." The bosses want to strap up the security guards following last week's armed robbery.
See also: strap, up
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

strap someone or something down

to tie or bind someone or something down to something. The nurses strapped Gary down in preparation for the operation. They strapped down the patient and gave him a sedative.
See also: down, strap

strap someone or something in(to) something

 and strap someone or something in
to tie or bind someone or something into something. Mother strapped little Jimmy into his seat. She strapped in Jimmy.
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McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

strap in

v.
1. To secure someone or something with a strap, especially a seat belt: Be sure to strap in the children before the car starts moving. We loaded the baggage onto the truck and strapped it in with a cord.
2. To secure oneself with a strap, especially a seat belt: The pilot climbed into the cockpit and strapped in.
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The American Heritage® Dictionary of Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • strap (someone or something) onto (someone or something)
  • hook (something) onto (someone or something)
  • strap on to
  • tighten (something) onto (something else)
  • tack (something) onto (something else)
  • tack onto
  • stitch (something) onto (something else)
  • stitch onto
  • tie (someone or something) onto (someone or something)
  • tie onto
References in periodicals archive
Although plastic strapping comes in many different types, the most popular is high-strength polyester polyethylene terephthalate (PET), with either a smooth or embossed surface.
Plastic strapping on the rise: the advantages of plastic strapping are driving a trend to replace steel for product unitization
Contact Gordian Strapping on tel 01256 394400 or visit www.gordianstrapping.com
OMS horizontal pallet strapper for T H clements
With the drive-thru strapper, Bosch significantly increased the speed of the strapping process.
The plastic tie that binds
Gordian supplied ten OMS 875 A/B Side Seal Strapping Machines each equipped with an OMS TR14 HD Strapping Head and a 500kg press.
Ten strapping machines for crown packaging
A robust, fast and effective strapping solution is essential to maintain the stability of boxes without compromising on production line throughputs.
Mosca introduces stainless style
[ClickPress, Tue Apr 24 2018] The Global Metal Strapping Market accrued a sum of $1,892 million in 2016 and is expected to garner $2,746 million, growing at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2017 to 2022, according to Progressive Markets report, Metal Strapping Market Size, Trend, Share, Opportunity Analysis & Forecast, 2017-2022.
Metal Strapping Market - Overall Industry Analysis by Region 2022
The 720E incorporating an integrated friction weld strapping tool which operates from the same battery pack as the strap dispenser was shown at the show.
One eye on improvements
Conveyor speed is fully adjustable and there is a choice of standard strapping modes.
Two new vertical strapping machines
Unwieldy or fragile palletised or non-palletised products can now be safely strapped, thanks to an innovative new horizontal strapping system, exclusively available in the UK from Cyklop UK.
Safe strapping
When Quinn Glass was looking for a pallet strapping solution in its new purpose-built glass bottle plant in Elton, Cheshire, the company reviewed every make and model of machine on the market.
One eye on productivity
Cambridgeshire-based packaging systems company, Cyklop UK, has launched a new automatic strapping machine that is ideal for the office or factory.
One eye on the future
To complement their range of battery powered tools, Strapex have recently launched the STB 63 battery hand tool, for use with plastic strapping.
Strapex tool up
To complement its already popular range of battery operated tools, Strapex has recently launched the STB 63 battery powered hand tool, for use with plastic strapping.
STB 63--easy as ABC
Cyklop International have launched two new battery powered strapping tools for PET and PP straps, with ends joined by friction welding.
Faster operation for hand strapping from Cyklop. (Plant & Equipment)
Cyklop UK have developed a strap cutter aimed at removing health and safety fears for companies in the food and drink sector, by allowing all types of strapping materials to be safely cut up ready for disposal.
Cyklop strap cutter offers safety