noun

strop

Strop (noun) means a strap; more specifically a piece of leather or a substitute (notably canvas), or strip of wood covered with a suitable material, for honing a razor.

noun

A strap; more specifically a piece of leather or a substitute (notably canvas), or strip of wood covered with a suitable material, for honing a razor.

A piece of rope spliced into a circular wreath, and put round a block for hanging it.

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Etymology

Same as strap (which see); recorded in English since 1702. The verb sense referring to honing a sharp edge is recorded since 1842.

Rhymes for strop

drop prop crop

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of strop?

"strop" (noun) means a strap; more specifically a piece of leather or a substitute (notably canvas), or strip of wood covered with a suitable material, for honing a razor.

What are the different meanings of strop?

"strop" has 2 main meanings: 1. A strap; more specifically a piece of leather or a substitute (notably canvas), or strip of wood covered with a suitable material, for honing a razor; 2. A piece of rope spliced into a circular wreath, and put round a block for hanging it.