01 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.
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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.
Phrases & compounds
To find the latchstring out —
to meet with hospitality; to be welcome. (Intrusion is prevented by drawing in the latchstring.)