Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
latchet
noun
/ˈlatʃɪt/
Definition
A lace or strap used for fastening shoes or sandals.
Examples
- He bent down to tie the latchet of his shoe before heading out.
- The old sandals had worn latchets that needed replacing.
Meaning
A latchet is specifically the cord or string that is threaded through the eyelets of footwear to secure it around the foot.
Synonyms
- lace
- string
- strap
