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noun
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.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
Budgetary control; authority over capital outlay or investment decisions.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: figuratively, in-plural
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noun
Ellipsis of purse-string suture.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: abbreviation, alt-of, ellipsis
Topics: medicine, sciences, surgery
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History
From purse + string.
