latchstring

noun

latch·​string ˈlach-ˌstriŋ 

: a string on a latch that may be left hanging outside the door to permit the raising of the latch from the outside or drawn inside to prevent intrusion

Word History

First Known Use

1791, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for latchstring

• bowstring
• coiling
• downswing
• drawstring
• forewing
• hamstring
• lapwing
• mainspring
• offspring
• plaything
• shoestring
• texting