noun
- Plural of backstrap; straps or bands that run across or support the back, especially in clothing, bags, or equipment.
- In weaving, straps or cords used to support the warp on a backstrap loom.
Usage: commonly used in fashion and gear contexts
Usage: textile/craft terminology
Examples
- The backpack's backstraps distribute the weight evenly across your shoulders.
- She adjusted the backstraps on her dress to ensure a comfortable fit.
- The hiking pack features padded backstraps for long-distance comfort.
- Traditional weavers use backstraps to tension the loom.
- The backstraps on the harness kept it securely in place.