drawstring

or draw string

[ draw-string ]

noun

1. a string or cord that tightens or closes an opening, as of a bag, clothing, or the like, when one or both ends are pulled.

drawstring

/ ˈdrɔːˌstrɪŋ /

noun

1. 1. a cord, ribbon, etc, run through a hem around an opening, as on the bottom of a sleeve or at the mouth of a bag, so that when it is pulled tighter, the opening closes
   2. ( as modifier )

      a drawstring neckline

Word History and Origins

Origin of drawstring¹

First recorded in 1825–35; draw + string

Example Sentences

Gaff, who was 26 at the time of Weaver’s murder, broke in, attacked Weaver and used drawstring and telephone extension cords to strangle her, according to the charges filed in Snohomish County Superior Court.

From Seattle Times

This canvas and leather bucket bag has a front leather lettering logo, adjustable leather handle, a linen lining, gold-tone hardware and leather drawstring closure — all adding to the bag’s charm.

From Los Angeles Times

She handed Cat a drawstring bag no bigger than her hand.

From Literature

The young adult snakes were hidden in the inner thigh of his pants in snake bags tied to the pants’ drawstring.

From Seattle Times

Gathering “what silver she could crowd into her old-fashioned reticule”—a handbag with a drawstring—she “then Jumped into the chariot with her servant girl Sukey,” said Paul Jennings.

From Literature