drawstring

noun

draw·​string ˈdrȯ-ˌstriŋ How to pronounce drawstring (audio)
: a string, cord, or tape inserted into hems or casings or laced through eyelets for use in closing a bag or controlling fullness in garments or curtains

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Each pair includes a 3m Mini-XLR to 3.5mm jack cable, a 3.5mm to 6.3mm adapter and a drawstring carry bag. Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025 These ones feature a mid-rise elastic waist with an adjustable drawstring, four pockets, and a floral pattern that pops with a casual tank top or classic tee. Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 1 June 2025 The pants have a stretchy waistband with an adjustable drawstring—absolutely necessary for comfortable sitting for hours on end. Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 30 May 2025 These also don‘t have a drawstring, which may bother some people. Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 30 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for drawstring

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First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of drawstring was in 1838

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“Drawstring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drawstring. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.

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drawstring

noun
draw·​string ˈdrȯ-ˌstriŋ How to pronounce drawstring (audio)
: a string, cord, or tape used to close a bag, control fullness in clothes, or open or close curtains
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