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sangle

strap

noun SAHNGL Rare

Also means

girth (saddlery)

Usage Note

Sangle refers to a broad, flat strap used to secure loads, tighten packs, or fasten saddles; les sangles of a backpack are its chest and hip straps. The verb sangler means 'to strap in' or 'to girth'. In saddlery, la sangle is specifically the girth that holds the saddle in place.

Examples

"Il a serré les sangles de son sac à dos."

Natural Translation

He tightened the straps on his backpack.

Literal Translation

He tightened the straps of his backpack.

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