About The Word Latchstring
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Latchstring
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What's The Definition Of Latchstring?
[n] opener consisting of a string that can be passed through a hole in a door for raising the latch from outside
Synonyms | Synonyms for Latchstring: Related Terms | Find terms related to Latchstring: See Also | opener Latchstring In Webster's Dictionary \Latch"string`\, n.
A string for raising the latch of a door by a person outside.
It is fastened to the latch and passed through a hole above
it in the door.
{To find the latchstring out}, to meet with hospitality; to
be welcome. (Intrusion is prevented by drawing in the
latchstring.) [Colloq. U.S.]
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