'Strop' definitions:

Definition of 'strop'

From: WordNet
noun
A leather strap used to sharpen razors
verb
Sharpen on a strop; "strop razors"

Definition of 'Strop'

From: GCIDE
  • Strop \Strop\, n. [See Strap.] A strap; specifically, same as Strap, 3. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'Strop'

From: GCIDE
  • Strop \Strop\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Stropped; p. pr. & vb. n. Stropping.] To draw over, or rub upon, a strop with a view to sharpen; as, to strop a razor. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'Strop'

From: GCIDE
  • Strop \Strop\, n. [Cf. F. estrope, ['e]trope, fr. L. struppus. See Strop a strap.] (Naut.) A piece of rope spliced into a circular wreath, and put round a block for hanging it. [1913 Webster]

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