latchet

noun

latch·​et ˈla-chət 

: a narrow leather strap, thong, or lace that fastens a shoe or sandal on the foot

Word History

Etymology

Middle English lachet, from Anglo-French *lachet, lacete noose, from lace, laz snare, lace — more at lace

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for latchet

• hatchet
• ratchet