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Definition of Latchstring
1. Noun. Opener consisting of a string that can be passed through a hole in a door for raising the latch from outside.
Definition of Latchstring
1. n. A string for raising the latch of a door by a person outside. It is fastened to the latch and passed through a hole above it in the door.
Definition of Latchstring
1. Noun. A string attached to a latch allowing it to be disengaged from the opposite side. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Latchstring
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Latchstring
Literary usage of Latchstring
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Homer's Iliad: first three books and selections by Homer (1907)
"The latchstring was then shoved back through the hole in the door. Thus the door
was locked and could not IK opened except with the key described in (2) il ..."
2. Stories of Ohio by William Dean Howells (1897)
"Perhaps the reader has heard before this of having the latchstring out, but has
not known just what the phrase meant. The log cabin door in those days was ..."
3. A History of the Town of Murrayfield: Earlier Known as Township No. 9, and by Alfred Minott Copeland (1892)
"At night the door was made secure by drawing in the latchstring. To «ay, " You
will find the latchstring out," was an invitation to come and an assurance of ..."
4. History of Hall County, Nebraska: A Narrative of the Past with Special by August F. Buechler, Robert J. Barr, Dale P. Stough (1920)
"... Wingert had "bunked" with John Mader, in a sod house, which had the big chimney
of such primitive structures and the old fashioned latchstring in the ..."
5. The Challenge of Pittsburgh by Daniel Lash Marsh (1917)
"When the family feared intruders the latchstring was drawn inside; hence, "the
latchstring is out" became a proverbial sign of welcome. ..."
6. Story Hour Readings: Seventh Year by Ernest Clark Hartwell (1921)
"This string was called the latchstring, and from this custom has come the expression
denoting hospitality, "The latchstring is always out for you. ..."
7. The Story of the Forest by John Gordon Dorrance (1916)
"It was fastened with a wooden latch, which was operated by a latchstring that
hung outside during the day. At night, or when visitors were unwelcome, ..."
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