backstrap
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B2
/ˈbækˌstræp/
supportive strap or tender meat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'backstrap' originates from English, combining 'back' meaning 'the rear part' and 'strap' meaning 'a strip of material used for fastening or holding things together'.
Historical Evolution
'back' and 'strap' were combined in English to form the compound word 'backstrap'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a strap at the back of an item, but it also came to denote a cut of meat from the back of an animal.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a strip of leather or other material used to support or reinforce the back of something, such as a shoe or a piece of clothing.
The backstrap of the sandal broke, making it difficult to walk.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/03 13:48