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Shoestring

ˈʃuːstrɪŋ

Shoestring definitions

noun

Inflections:

shoestring shoestrings

a small or inadequate budget

"many early studies were done on a shoestring"

Synonyms:
very small sum pittance trifle trifling sum drop in the ocean insignificant sum derisory sum paltry sum
a shoelace

Synonyms:
shoelace bootlace shoestring lacing string cord thong twine tie

adjective

Inflections:

shoestring

(of a save or tackle in sport) near or around the ankles or feet, or just above the ground

"the Mets center fielder made a shoestring catch"