handstraps

Overhead commuter grips

Handstraps are loops or handles attached to grab and hold onto, typically found on public transit vehicles for standing passengers to steady themselves.

They also appear on cameras, bags, and other portable equipment to secure the item to the wrist: She gripped the handstrap as the subway lurched forward.

attachment

lanyard

Wearable cord for items

bandolier · quiver · sling · tether · leash · cord · loop · ring · clip · hook

transit

subway

Underground transit passage

  • metroUrban rail transit
  • busLarge passenger vehicle
  • tramUrban rail vehicle

trolley · train · commuter · standing · overhead · ceiling · pole · rail · passenger · rush hour

bags

purse

Bag for personal items

briefcase · satchel · messenger · clutch · carryall · luggage · carry-on · suitcase · baggage · hobo

grip

grasp

Seize or understand

  • holdMaintain in grasp
  • clutchMechanism linking engine to gearbox
  • clenchSqueeze tightly shut

squeeze · purchase · traction · friction · stability · balance · secure · anchor · steady · support

devices

camera

Image capturing device

smartphone · tablet · gadget · electronics · controller · remote · GPS · flashlight · walkie-talkie · detector

Opposites
standing vs. seated passenger support

handstrapsseats

Places to sit

seating · chairs · benches · passenger seats · priority seating

grip type

handstrapsgrab bars

Fixed handles for stability

handrails · poles · stanchions

Family

handstrap

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G