strap-hinge

[strap-hinj]

noun

1. a hinge having a flap, especially a long one, attached to one face of a door or the like.

strap hinge

noun

1. a hinge with a long leaf or flap attached to the face of a door, gate, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of strap-hinge¹

First recorded in 1730–40

Example Sentences

He also made a heavy door and mounted it with metal strap hinges.

From Literature

In this room particularly the old paneling has been retained, as have the old strap hinges and latches, which, when missing, have been replaced by others of like design.

From Project Gutenberg

No less interesting than the outward appearance of the entrance is its inward aspect, with its deeply paneled embrasures and soffit, its quaint strap hinges and rim lock.

From Project Gutenberg

It had handles on either side, like a sea-chest; a silver-lacquered lock and hasp which retained traces of violent usage; and six heavy strap hinges of the same lacquered metal.

From Project Gutenberg

The inner mold is also made in three sections with strap hinges at two of the joints and at the third joint a wedge-shaped stave.

From Project Gutenberg