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bootstrap

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: bootstrap

1
n
a strap that is looped and sewn to the top of a boot for pulling it on
2
v
help oneself, often through improvised means
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: bootstrap
1

n a strap that is looped and sewn to the top of a boot for pulling it on

Type of:
strap
an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position
2

v help oneself, often through improvised means

Type of:
aid, assist, help
give help or assistance; be of service
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