shoulder-strap
Noun: A "shoulder-strap" is a strap that passes over the shoulder, typically used to support or secure an item of clothing, a bag, or a piece of equipment.
- (A strap over the shoulder for military equipment.)
- (A strap attached to clothing to hold it in place.)
- (A strap on a bag designed to rest on the shoulder.)
"Epaulette" (military context): A shoulder-strap on a uniform, often decorated, indicating rank or unit.
- The officer's shoulder-strap bore a silver star. (A decorative strap signifying military rank.)
"Braces" (British English): Suspenders that use shoulder-straps to hold up trousers.
- He wore a suit with wide shoulder-straps instead of a belt. (Straps over the shoulders to support pants.)
Shoulder (n): The joint connecting the arm to the body.
- He carried a heavy load on his shoulder. (The body part.)
Strap (n): A strip of flexible material used for fastening or carrying.
- The strap of the watch broke. (A band for securing.)
Shoulder-strap (adj): Describing an item that has a shoulder-strap.
- She bought a shoulder-strap handbag. (A bag with a strap worn over the shoulder.)
- Strap: a strip of material for holding or carrying.
- Sling: a strap worn over the shoulder to support an injured arm.
- Bandoleer: a shoulder-strap for carrying ammunition or cartridges.
"To have a chip on one's shoulder": To be easily angered or resentful (not directly related to the strap itself, but uses the word "shoulder").
- He has a chip on his shoulder about being overlooked. (He is quick to take offense.)
"To shoulder the burden": To take responsibility (uses "shoulder" as a verb).
- She had to shoulder the financial burden after the loss. (To bear a heavy responsibility.)
Strap on: To attach something using a strap.
- He strapped on his shoulder-strap before the hike. (He fastened the strap onto his body.)
Strap in: To secure oneself or someone with a strap.
- She strapped in her child with the car's shoulder-strap. (She fastened the safety strap.)