shoulder strap

noun

1. a strap worn over the shoulder, as to support a garment.
2. shoulder loop.

shoulder strap

noun

1. a strap over one or both of the shoulders, as to hold up a garment or to support a bag, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of shoulder strap¹

First recorded in 1680–90

Example Sentences

The media corps included a man wearing a barrel held in place by shoulder straps.

From Washington Post

A seat belt’s vertical blue shoulder strap splits the canvas in two, twisting in space like a strand of DNA.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s pliable for mashing into a backseat floor or overstuffed trunk and easier to carry against your body, with a padded shoulder strap.

From Los Angeles Times

Lastly, the Zadii case comes packaged with an adjustable shoulder strap to supplement the rubberized handle.

From The Verge

The shoulder straps fell down to his elbows, and the skirt bunched at his feet.

From Literature