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strapping
1[ strap-ing ]
/ ˈstræp ɪŋ /
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adjective
powerfully built; robust.
large; whopping.
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Other definitions for strapping (2 of 2)
strapping2
[ strap-ing ]
/ ˈstræp ɪŋ /
noun
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British Dictionary definitions for strapping
strapping
/ (ˈstræpɪŋ) /
adjective
(prenominal) tall and sturdy
Word Origin for strapping
C17: from strap (in the archaic sense: to work vigorously)
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