chin strap

a strap attached to a hat for passing under the chin of the wearer.

a strap to support the chin in cosmetic facial treatment.

a strap on a bridle or halter that joins the throatlatch and noseband.

Words nearby chin strap

First recorded in 1865–70

Tossing away his cigarette and tightening the chin-strap of his busby, he trotted out in front of his men.
Fighting in Flanders|E. Alexander Powell
Jim quaffed the vile spirit and fastened the chin-strap of his cap.
Colorado Jim|George Goodchild
Next, leaning on his saber, is a cavalryman, in short jacket and chin-strap.
The Civil War Through the Camera|Henry W. (Henry William) Elson
My word, I gave such a start that my shako nearly broke its chin-strap!
The Exploits Of Brigadier Gerard|Arthur Conan Doyle

At his sword-belt hung a serviceable navy revolver, while from toe to chin-strap no smallest detail was omitted.
Nevermore|Rolf Boldrewood