Meaning & use

strappy

adjective·Everyday

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Having or fastened with narrow straps, especially as a style feature of clothing or shoes.

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She wore a pair of strappy sandals to the summer wedding.

The strappy dress showed off her shoulders.

A note on using this word

Strappy is a fashion-industry favorite, commonly describing footwear, dresses, and swimwear with visible straps.

Words with a similar meaning

strapped

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