strapless
adjective/ˈstræplɪs/
Frequency rank: #16,883 most common English word
Meaning
Having no straps, especially referring to a garment that stays up without shoulder straps.
Example sentence
She wore strapless gown to the awards ceremony and looked stunning all evening.
Synonyms & related words
- off-shoulder
- backless
- sleeveless
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