Drawstring (Noun)
Meaning
A tie consisting of a cord that goes through a seam around an opening; "he pulled the drawstring and closed the bag".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- She tightened the drawstring on her sweatpants to keep them from falling down during the workout.
- To close the bag, simply pull the drawstring tight and tie a knot to secure it.
- The drawstring around the waist of the pants allowed for a comfortable and adjustable fit.
- The teacher had students use the drawstring on their backpacks to create a makeshift closure.
- He yanked the drawstring on his hoodie to keep the chill off on the cold morning.