Phrase guide

flat strap

adj · adv · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

Extremely busy.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Australia, idiomatic, not-comparable

Examples

  • Can you call me back tomorrow, mate? I′m flat strap at the moment.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

adv

Meaning 2

At maximum capability, intensity, or speed.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Australia, idiomatic, not-comparable

Examples

  • We had the car going flat strap down the highway when the cops pulled us over.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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