chin strap

noun

1. a strap attached to a hat for passing under the chin of the wearer.
2. a strap to support the chin in cosmetic facial treatment.
3. a strap on a bridle or halter that joins the throatlatch and noseband.

Word History and Origins

Origin of chin strap¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

The chin straps should be snug, allowing only enough room for one finger.

From Popular-Science

The chin strap should fit snugly but allow for comfortable allowance for talking or chewing.

From Popular-Science

Available in two sizes, it offers UPF 80 protection and has an adjustable chin strap.

From Outside Online

She held her boyish hat by its chin strap and smiled happily as she fell in with the group.

From Project Gutenberg

Then she ventured: The chin strap, I suppose, is to keep your hat on, my man?

From Project Gutenberg

Tossing away his cigarette and tightening the chin-strap of his busby, he trotted out in front of his men.

From Project Gutenberg

It had a large overhanging crown with a welt, a chin-strap with a brass button on each side and a leather visor.

From Project Gutenberg

Maseden conserved the cigarette for another volume of smoke, and pulled down the chin-strap determinedly.

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