LATCHSTRING Definition & Meaning

latchstring

[ lach-string ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

a string passed through a hole in a door, for raising the latch from the outside.

latchstring

/ ˈ��æ��ʃˌ��ٰ�ɪŋ /

a length of string fastened to a latch and passed through a hole in the door so that it can be opened from the other side

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First recorded in 1785–95; latch + string

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But, though the latchstring of welcome is always out, he will never toss it in your face, for he, too, has a dignity that awaits approach.

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Hang out the latchstring and remove everything breakable, for the wanderer is coming home!

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He associates a latchstring with the opening of the door.

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I jerked the latchstring and pushed open the door.

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And the day cannot be delayed much longer now when every child shall find the latchstring out on the school door.

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