drawing string

Thân thiện

She tightens the drawing string to close her backpack.

Definition

Noun: A drawing string is a cord or string that is threaded through a channel, casing, or hem (often around an opening, like that of a bag or garment). Pulling on the ends of this string gathers or tightens the material to close the opening.

Usage

A drawing string is used to open and close items by pulling it. It is a functional component of various objects. - She tightened the drawing string on her hoodie to keep out the cold wind. - The drawing string on the laundry bag was pulled shut.

Advanced Usage

• "To have a tight/loose drawing string": Describes the functional state of the string.
  • This backpack has a very tight drawing string, making it secure.

Variants and Related Words

• Drawstring (n): A more common, single-word variant with the same meaning.
  • The pajama pants have an elastic waistband with a drawstring.
• String (n): A general term for a thin cord.
• Cord (n): A thicker or stronger string.

Synonyms

• Lace: A cord used for tying, often through eyelets (e.g., on shoes).
• Tie: A general term for something used to fasten or secure.

Related Phrases

• Pull the drawstring: The standard action for using it.
  • Just pull the drawstring to close the duffel bag.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a tie consisting of a cord that goes through a seam around an opening
   • he pulled the drawstring and closed the bag

Từ đồng nghĩa

• drawstring
• string