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(in a motor vehicle) a seat belt secured to the framework of a seat and fastening across the lap of a driver or a passenger.[1950-55]
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lap belt — lap′ belt n. aum (in a motor vehicle) a seat belt fastening across the lap of a driver or a passenger • Etymology: 1950–55 … From formal English to slang
lap belt — noun : a seat belt that fastens across the lap * * * (in a motor vehicle) a seat belt secured to the framework of a seat and fastening across the lap of a driver or a passenger. [1950 55] * * * lap belt noun A form of vehicle seat belt that… … Useful english dictionary
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lap belt — noun Date: 1952 a seat belt that fastens across the lap … New Collegiate Dictionary
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belt — [1] A reinforcing band, normally textile, fiberglass, or steel, which runs around the circumference of a tire and strengthens the tread area. Also see cog belt [2] A circular band which is used to transfer power from one component to another. For … Dictionary of automotive terms
lap sash seatbelt — noun A type of seatbelt which goes across the pelvis and then up and diagonally across the body. This is the conventional type found in most cars today. See Also: lap belt … Wiktionary
