Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shoestring

noun

/ˈshuːstrɪŋ/

Definition

A narrow piece of cord or leather used to fasten shoes.

Examples

She was able to launch her business on a shoestring.
He tied his shoes with a new shoestring.
The project was completed on a shoestring budget but turned out to be successful.

Meaning

The term ‘shoestring’ often refers to something small in scale or budget, typically used in expressions like ‘shoestring budget,’ implying limited financial resources.