bootstrap
名詞
UK/ˈbuːt.stræp/
US/ˈbuːt.stræp/
定義 bootstrap 名詞
- Countable(可數名詞)
A loop or tab at the back of a boot, typically made of leather or fabric, used to help pull the boot on.
靴襻（靴子後面的拉環）
He grabbed the bootstrap and pulled his boot on firmly.
他抓住靴子後側的拉環，把靴子牢牢地穿上。
He had trouble putting his boots on because the bootstrap was broken.
他穿靴子時遇到了麻煩，因為靴子後側的拉環壞了。
The design of the bootstrap on these boots is very sturdy, making them easy to put on and take off.
這些靴子的拉環設計非常堅固，讓它們很容易穿脫。
成語
- pull/haul yourself up by the/your (own) bootstraps
To succeed or improve one's situation through one's own efforts and resources, without external assistance.
依靠自身努力獲得成功，不依賴他人幫助。
• She had no family background and pulled herself up by her bootstraps to build her own business.
她沒有家庭背景，全靠自己的力量建立了自己的事業。