pursestring

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Synonyms: purse string, pursestrings

Antonyms: purse string, pursestrings

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Noun

1. A cord or string, the middle of which is enclosed in the hem of the opening of a soft purse or sack, that, when pulled, closes the purse.
2. {{lb|en|in the plural|figuratively}} Budgetary control; authority over capital outlay or investment decisions.
3. {{lb|en|surgery}} {{ellipsis of|en|purse-string suture}}.

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