Meaning & Definition of word "Shoestring"
Shoestring
/ˈʃuːstrɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. A cord or lace used to fasten shoes.
- Example: He replaced the old shoestrings with new, colorful ones.
- 2. A small or limited amount of money.
- Example: She started her business on a shoestring budget, using only her savings.
- 3. A small, slender piece of string or cord.
- Example: He tied the package with a shoestring to keep it secure during transport.
Etymology
●The term 'shoestring' comes from the combination of 'shoe' and 'string', referring to the string used for fastening shoes.
Common Phrases and Expressions
on a shoestring:
Referring to a limited budget or resources.
Related Words
shoelace:
a lace used to secure a shoe.
cord:
a long, thin, flexible material.
Slang Meanings of shoestring
Meaning: Operating with minimal financial resources.
● Example Sentence: He started the project on a total shoestring.
Meaning: Living frugally or austerely.
● Example Sentence: After losing his job, he had to live on a shoestring.