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lap belt

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noun

  1. (in a motor vehicle) a seat belt secured to the framework of a seat and fastening across the lap of a driver or a passenger.

Etymology

Origin of lap belt

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

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The coroner said Mrs Lakin's family bought the lap belt with "good intentions" as they wanted to keep her safe.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2025

The 11-year-old Paramus student recounted being suspended by his lap belt and said he suffered a serious head injury.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 18, 2018

But a lap belt for the track at Mount Olympus wouldn't keep the passengers in.

From Chicago Tribune • Jun. 18, 2014

The car, which met federal safety standards, had shoulder and lap belts for some seats but only a lap belt in the seat occupied by the woman, Thanh Williamson.

From New York Times • Oct. 2, 2010

I found that comers and tunnels were good places; you could wedge yourself in and did not need a lap belt or anything to hold you in place.

From "Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story" by Michael Collins

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