Associations to the word «Drawstring»

Wiktionary

DRAWSTRING, noun. A string or cord, encased in a fabric tube, with one or more small openings into the tube, on a bag or garment, allowing the item to be closed (as with a bag) or tightened (as with sweatpants or a bathing suit).

Dictionary definition

DRAWSTRING, noun. A tie consisting of a cord that goes through a seam around an opening; "he pulled the drawstring and closed the bag".

Wise words

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