English Explanatory Dictionary

pursestring

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A cord or string, the middle of which is enclosed in the hem of the opening of a soft purse or sack, that, when pulled, closes the purse.
  2. Budgetary control; authority over capital outlay or investment decisions.

Word forms

pursestring pursestrings purse string

Etymology

From purse + string.

Derived words

purse string § Derived terms
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