Pronunciation: /stræpt/
verb past tense of strap; to fasten or secure with a strap
A1 She strapped her backpack on before heading out the door.
A2 He strapped the baby into the car seat before driving to the store.
B1 The hiker strapped on his hiking boots and set off on the trail.
B2 The astronaut was strapped into the rocket before launch.
C1 The soldier strapped on his helmet and prepared for battle.
C2 The pilot strapped himself into the cockpit before takeoff.
adjective having limited financial resources; lacking money
A1 The backpack was strapped tightly to his back.
A2 She was strapped for cash and couldn't afford to go out.
B1 The company was strapped for resources and had to cut costs.
B2 The athlete was strapped with protective gear before the competition.
C1 The country's economy was strapped due to the ongoing recession.
C2 The soldier was strapped with ammunition as he prepared for battle.
formal The hiker was strapped with all the necessary equipment for the journey.
informal I'm strapped for cash right now, so I can't go out to eat.
slang I heard he got strapped at the party last night.
figurative She felt emotionally strapped after the breakup.
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