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latchet

(lac̸h′it)

noun

Archaic a strap or lace for fastening a sandal or shoe to the foot

Origin: ME lachet < OFr, dial. var. of lacet, dim. of laz: see lace

See latchet in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A leather thong or strap used to fasten a shoe or sandal on the foot.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English lachet

Origin: , from Old French lacet, lachet

Origin: , from lace, lace; see lace

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