noun
webbing
WEH-bihng
Webbing (noun) means a strong, tightly woven fabric strip, used for straps and harnesses. Example: “The backpack straps are made from thick nylon webbing.”
noun
1
A strong, tightly woven fabric strip, used for straps and harnesses.
"The backpack straps are made from thick nylon webbing."
"The webbing of the lawn chair made marks on his thigh."
2
The membrane of skin between the toes of certain animals.
"The webbing between a frog's toes helps it swim."
How to use webbing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA tough woven strap material, or the skin membrane joining fingers/toes in some animals.
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Word forms
- Plural
- webbings
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The backpack straps are made from thick nylon _____.
Synonyms
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web gear
web belt
Frequently asked questions
What does “webbing” mean?
The word “webbing” means a strong, tightly woven fabric strip, used for straps and harnesses. In plain terms, a tough woven strap material, or the skin membrane joining fingers/toes in some animals.
How do you pronounce “webbing”?
“Webbing” is pronounced WEH-bihng (/ˈwɛbɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “webbing” in a sentence?
Here is “webbing” used in a sentence: “The backpack straps are made from thick nylon webbing.”
What is another word for “webbing”?
Words with a similar meaning to “webbing” include web gear and web belt.
What part of speech is “webbing”?
“Webbing” is a noun.
How many meanings does “webbing” have?
“Webbing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a strong, tightly woven fabric strip, used for straps and harnesses.
