safety-belt
Definition
- Noun:
- Restraint device: A "safety-belt" is a restraining device, typically a strap or harness, designed to secure a person in a seat, especially in a vehicle such as a car or airplane, to prevent injury during sudden stops or collisions.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Always fasten your safety-belt before starting the car. (The restraint device used for passenger safety.)
- The pilot reminded everyone to wear their safety-belts during takeoff. (The harness used to secure passengers in an aircraft.)
Advanced Usage
"to buckle a safety-belt": to fasten the restraint device securely.
- She buckled her safety-belt as soon as she sat down. (She fastened the strap to secure herself.)
"to unbuckle a safety-belt": to release the restraint device.
- He unbuckled his safety-belt after the car stopped. (He released the strap after the journey ended.)
Variants and Related Words
Safety (n): the condition of being protected from danger or harm.
- The car's safety features include airbags and safety-belts. (The state of being safe.)
Belt (n): a strip of material worn around the waist or used for fastening.
- His belt held up his trousers. (A strip of material for clothing.)
Seatbelt (n): a synonym for safety-belt, often used interchangeably.
- Please put on your seatbelt before driving. (Another term for safety-belt.)
Synonyms
Seatbelt: a restraining device for a seat.
- The seatbelt saved his life in the crash. (A synonym for safety-belt.)
Harness: a set of straps for securing a person.
- The child wore a harness in the car. (A similar restraint system.)
Related Idioms
"Buckle up": a common phrase meaning to fasten one's safety-belt.
- Buckle up, everyone — we're about to drive. (Fasten your safety-belts.)
"Click it or ticket": a slogan encouraging safety-belt use, implying a fine for non-compliance.
- The sign said "Click it or ticket" to remind drivers to wear safety-belts. (A reminder to fasten the belt or face a penalty.)