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strappy

American

[strap-ee] / ˈstræp i /

adjective

(of shoes or clothing) having straps as a distinctive feature: a sports bra with a strappy back.

strappy black heels;
a sports bra with a strappy back.

strappy British

/ ˈstræpɪ /

adjective

(of clothes) having prominent straps

strappy sandals

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of strappy

First recorded in 1975–80; strap ( def. ) + -y ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

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One is familiar and increasingly specific: a good leotard, fleece-lined tights, an extra water bottle, Band-Aids for blisters, putty-colored flats for barre, a pair of low, strappy heels for salsa.

From Salon • Jan. 1, 2026

Don't put away your strappy top and bic lighter just yet - Charli XCX's Brat arena tour has just landed in the UK.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2024

White leather, crochet dresses, satin caftans and strappy sandals distinguish the collection from earlier campaigns, along with a variety of subtle astrological jewelry.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 5, 2023

Spring foliage appears acid-yellow on the cultivar ‘All Gold’, while ‘Aureola’ presents with fresh strappy leaves striped with bright green and gold.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 1, 2023

I began, hesitant, while she was trying on a pair of pink strappy heels — she was overjoyed to have a date tall enough that she could wear high heels at all.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer

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