shoulder harness

noun

the part of a seat belt that goes over the shoulder and diagonally across the chest.

Origin of shoulder harness

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First recorded in 1965–70

Also called shoulder belt .

Words Nearby shoulder harness

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How to use shoulder harness in a sentence

It consists of shoulder harness like that used on knapsacks, with two long straps and buckles to pass around and secure any load.
Camp and Trail | Stewart Edward White

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