drawstring

American  

[draw-string] / ˈdrɔˌstrɪŋ /

Or 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.

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drawstring British  

/ 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

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Etymology

Origin of drawstring

First recorded in 1825–35; draw + string

Example Sentences

Hila pulled a candle from the leather handbag resting on the couch beside her, followed by a black drawstring pouch, dumping the ring onto her hand.

From Literature

She’s wearing tight jeans, heels and a baggy Harvard hoodie and twirls the sweatshirt’s drawstrings in her fingers as she speaks.

From Los Angeles Times

Hard to know what she’ll appreciate more: the peaceful slumber or the practical drawstring bag constructed in the same silky fabric as the mask and scrunchie.

From The Wall Street Journal

The design also weaves Loewe’s pebble texture and On’s signature semitranslucent mesh, bound together with drawstring elastic laces for an athletic shoe with luxury flair.

From Los Angeles Times

Already chic, an adjustable drawstring hem and belted detailing at the waist and wrists allows you to style the jacket your way.

From Los Angeles Times