strap up
B2 neutral separable transitive
In simple words
To wrap up a hurt part of your body tightly so it doesn't move around too much.
Literal meaning: To bind something completely using a strap — mostly transparent.
Meanings
1 B2 neutral
To bind an injured body part tightly with a bandage or strap to provide support and limit movement.
"The team doctor strapped up his ankle so he could finish the game."
Grammar: separable
2 B1 neutral
To fasten or secure a bag, parcel, or piece of luggage tightly using straps.
"He strapped up his suitcase with an extra belt in case the zip broke."
Grammar: separable
Usage notes
Common in British English, especially in sports contexts. A physiotherapist or doctor might 'strap up' a sprained ankle or knee. Also used for fastening bags or packages with straps.
Commonly used with
ankle knee wrist shoulder injury joint
Forms
Base
strap up
I/you/we/they
3rd person
straps up
he/she/it
Past simple
straped up
yesterday
Past participle
straped up
have + pp
-ing form
straping up
continuous
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