A string attached to a latch allowing it to be disengaged from the opposite side.

A small latch, as for a gate.

A small lever action crossbow with the cocking lever built into the top of the stock and a top mounted trigger. / (obsolete) A thong or cord, especially one used to fasten a shoe.

plural of latchet

Equipped with a key; generally in the phrase latchkey child.

A key, especially to an outside door. / A child who is given a key to the home and is expected to remain at home alone (without adult supervision until the parents return from work).

plural of latchkey

plural of latchstring

(US, informal) To meet with hospitality; to be welcome.

A town in Ontario, Canada / A suburb of Warrington, Cheshire, England (OS grid ref SJ6187).