strappy
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of strappy
First recorded in 1975–80; strap ( def. ) + -y 1 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Chambers says if you're wearing a strappy top "you must wear a strapless bra as it utterly kills an outfit when you can see bra straps".
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
The “SYTYCD” alumna and choreographer shared two portraits of herself in makeup, wearing a burgundy dress, strappy heels and an orange patterned coat.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 4, 2023
She arrived in a spangly gold dress and strappy heels.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 19, 2023
In her enormous cheetah-print coat, black turtleneck and strappy black sandals she was, she acknowledged, a little overdressed for the setting, but she had come straight from a photo shoot.
From New York Times ● Jan. 6, 2023
I kick my shoes off beside the welcome mat, among the strappy sandals and brightly colored sneakers.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
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