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Sometimes, thinking on your feet can be the most creative. Constrained circumstances can bring the best out of you. Some of the most successful shows come out of shoestring invention.
Cameron Mackintosh

Meaning of "shoestring" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF SHOESTRING

shoestring  [ˈʃuːˌstrɪŋ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF SHOESTRING

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Shoestring is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES SHOESTRING MEAN IN ENGLISH?

shoestring

Shoelaces

Shoelaces, which are also called shoestrings or bootlaces, are a system commonly used to secure shoes, boots and other footwear. They typically consist of a pair of strings or cords, one for each shoe, finished off at both ends with stiff sections, known as aglets. Each shoelace typically passes through a series of holes, eyelets, loops or hooks on either side of the shoe. Loosening the lacing allows the shoe to open wide enough for the foot to be inserted or removed. Tightening the lacing and tying off the ends secures the foot within the shoe.

Definition of shoestring in the English dictionary

The definition of shoestring in the dictionary is a very small or petty amount of money.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH SHOESTRING


bowstring
ˈbəʊˌstrɪŋ
centring
ˈsɛntrɪŋ
drawstring
ˈdrɔːˌstrɪŋ
first-string
ˈfɜːstˌstrɪŋ
hamstring
ˈhæmˌstrɪŋ
latchstring
ˈlætʃˌstrɪŋ
lustring
ˈlʌstrɪŋ
lutestring
ˈluːtˌstrɪŋ
maistring
ˈmeɪstrɪŋ
re-string
ˌriːˈstrɪŋ
string
strɪŋ
superstring
ˈsuːpəˌstrɪŋ
unstring
ʌnˈstrɪŋ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE SHOESTRING

shoe repairs
shoe shop
shoe size
shoebill
shoeblack
shoebrush
shoehorn
shoelace
shoeless
shoemaker
Shoemaker-Levy 9
shoemaker´s shop
shoemaking
shoepac
shoepack
shoer
shoeshine
shoeshine boy
shoestring budget
shoetree

WORDS THAT END LIKE SHOESTRING

catering
character string
considering
cosmic string
cut string
drill string
during
engineering
first string
G-string
glass string
hiring
keep on a string
manufacturing
monitoring
offering
open string
photo-sharing
reconnoitring
second string

Synonyms and antonyms of shoestring in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «shoestring» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF SHOESTRING

Find out the translation of shoestring to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of shoestring from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «shoestring» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

> 小额的
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

ajustado
570 millions of speakers

English

shoestring
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

जूते का फीता
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

تقشفيه
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

шнурке
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

apertado
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

জুতার ফিতা
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

restreint
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Shoestring
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

minimal
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ごくわずかな
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

위태위태한
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Shoestring
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

eo hẹp
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

பணத்தில்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

शॉस्टरिंग
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

ayakkabı bağı
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

ridottissimo
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

sznurowadło
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

шнурку
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

shoestring
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

shoestring
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

spot
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

Shoestring
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

shoestring
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of shoestring

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «SHOESTRING»

The term «shoestring» is quite widely used and occupies the 47.096 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «SHOESTRING» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about shoestring

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3 QUOTES WITH «SHOESTRING»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word shoestring.
1
John Coltrane
You can play a shoestring if you're sincere.
2
Kathryn Erbe
'Yosemite' opened doors for me in the New York theater community in amazing ways. There's a whole world of fearless young theater makers here who put shows together on a shoestring budget and with gigantic hearts.
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Cameron Mackintosh
Sometimes, thinking on your feet can be the most creative. Constrained circumstances can bring the best out of you. Some of the most successful shows come out of shoestring invention.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SHOESTRING»

Discover the use of shoestring in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to shoestring and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Central America on a shoestring
Though best known for the turbulent politics of some of its countries, it is an area of magnificent beaches, fascinating relics of Mayan civilization, fine parks and diverse cultures, all covered in this practical guide.
Nancy J. Keller, Tom Brosnahan, Rob Rachowiecki, 1992
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Gluten-Free on a Shoestring: 125 Easy Recipes for Eating ...
If you're ready to slash the cost of your grocery bill, you've come to the right place. In Gluten-Free on a Shoestring, savvy mom Nicole Hunn shows how every gluten-free family can eat well without breaking the bank.
Nicole Hunn, 2011
3
Southeast Asia on a Shoestring
This 15th edition features additional off-the-beaten-track coverage, helping travelers navigate the well-trod region on a budget. 174 maps.
China Williams, 2010
4
Lonely Planet Central America on a shoestring
This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide: Full color highlights chapter with toppicks from other travelers.
Lonely Planet, Carolyn McCarthy, Greg Benchwick, 2010
5
Europe on a Shoestring
Along with insider tips on how to eat, sleep and travel cheaply are sections that cover studying, working and volunteering.Europe on a Shoestring is the single most comprehensive guide to Europe, covering 44 countries and Kaliningrad.
‎2007
6
Employee Development on a Shoestring
Employee Development on a Shoestring offers insights and lessons for cost-effectively leveraging these naturally occurring growth opportunities in developing leaders within your organization.
Halelly Azulay, 2012
7
Australia and New Zealand on a Shoestring
Written by an experienced team of local authors and specialist contributors, this guide includes all the practical information needed for big trips on small budgets.
‎2005
8
Europe on a shoestring
Provides essential travel information for budget travel in forty countries and suggest accommodations, restaurants, and entertainment.
Vivek Wagle, 2003
9
Starting on a Shoestring: Building a Business Without a Bankroll
In the new Fourth Edition, an all-new chapter covers everything you need to know about the Internet, from creating an online presence for your business to understanding all the tech jargon.
Arnold S. Goldstein, 2002
10
Web Design on a Shoestring
A guide to designing Web sites describes inexpensive ways to create a successful and functional site.
Carrie Bickner, 2003

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SHOESTRING»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term shoestring is used in the context of the following news items.
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Shoestring Players' "Memigery" receives National Commendation
The University of South Carolina Upstate recently announced that the Shoestring Players were awarded their first national commendation by The Kennedy ... «Spartanburg Herald Journal, Jul 15»
2
Row on a shoestring turns PC's 99p purchase into £½m bill
When PC Keith James stopped to buy a pair of 99p shoelaces while on duty, it seemed unlikely that this might cost the taxpayer nearly half a million pounds. «The Times, Jun 15»
3
Shoestring Players honored by Kennedy Center College Theater Fest
The Shoestring Players from USC Upstate was awarded its first national commendation by The Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. The troupe ... «Spartanburg Herald Journal, Jun 15»
4
Shoestring Summer Fling
They were performing at Duling Hall in Fondren for the annual Shoestring Summer Fling. It's a fundraiser for Operation Shoestring, which kicks off summer camp ... «WMC Action News 5, Jun 15»
5
GARDENING ON A SHOESTRING
But now I've opened gardener Alex Mitchell's new book, Gardening On A Shoestring, which gives budget-conscious gardeners some ideas on how to save ... «Herald Scotland, Apr 15»
6
Decorating tips for a shoestring budget
But if you're on a shoestring budget, the two cans of $30 paint it may require to paint your bedroom could very well put you off. Instead, consider painting an ... «The Southland Times, Mar 15»
7
Shoestring fire smokejumpers
Smokejumpers from the Missoula Aerial Fire Depot jump on the Shoestring fire near the Pioneer Scenic Byway in July 2014. U.S. Forest Service video ... «The Missoulian, Feb 15»
8
College mergers will have to be done on a 'shoestring'
The creation of technological universities will have to be done in an “innovative, shoestring sort of way” unless additional state funding becomes available, the ... «Irish Times, Feb 15»
9
Tips for Surviving the Holiday Season on a Shoestring Budget
Here are some ways to get through the holidays on a shoestring: DON'T: Don't go into any store that features shopping bags that can stand on their own accord, ... «TIME, Dec 14»
10
Your Business: Marketing on a shoestring with Cathy Pope, Cathy …
I've worked as a costume designer and wardrobe stylist in the film and TV industries for 15 years and I also operate my own bespoke dressmaking business. «New Zealand Herald, Nov 14»

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