Strapping

Pronunciation: /ˈstræpɪŋ/

Definitions of strapping

adjective strong and sturdy in build or stature

Example Sentences

A1 He is a strapping young man.

A2 The strapping athlete won the race with ease.

B1 The strapping soldier carried his heavy pack for miles.

B2 She admired his strapping physique as he worked out at the gym.

C1 The strapping young man was chosen as the model for the new clothing line.

C2 His strapping build made him a natural choice for the role of the action hero.

Examples of strapping in a Sentence

formal The strapping young man helped carry the heavy boxes.

informal That strapping guy is so strong!

slang Check out that strapping dude over there!

figurative The team is strapping themselves in for a tough competition.

Grammatical Forms of strapping

• past tense: strapped
• plural: strappings
• comparative: more strapping
• superlative: most strapping
• present tense: strap
• future tense: will strap
• perfect tense: have strapped
• continuous tense: is strapping
• singular: strapping
• positive degree: strapping
• infinitive: to strap
• gerund: strapping
• participle: strapped

Origin and Evolution of strapping

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'strapping' originated from the Middle English word 'strappen' meaning to bind or tie with a strap.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'strapping' shifted from simply tying with a strap to describing someone who is strong and robust.