that means living frugally, on a very tight budget
A shoestring relative typically refers to a family member or acquaintance who is financially constrained or operates on a tight budget. The term "shoestring" implies living within limited means, often requiring creative solutions or frugality. This phrase can also be used metaphorically to describe someone who is resourceful despite their financial limitations.
A shoestring relative is typically used in the context of poverty to refer to someone who is living with very limited financial resources. This term highlights the individual's struggle to get by on a very tight budget, resembling the thin, frayed appearance of a shoestring.
it means very little-the opposite of ample funds.
There are no perfect rhymes for the word shoestring.
ShoeString from the reawakening real name is Elijah
Nudnik on a Shoestring - 1967 was released on: USA: October 1967
The cast of On a Shoestring - 2004 includes: Rob Alec as Backpacker
an aglet
In England
The plastic thing the tip of shoestring is called AGLET but it is forgotten since 1920!
The cast of Mr. Shoestring in a Hole - 1917 includes: Billy Armstrong
Aglet