the latchstring is out

phrase

A person is assured of a hospitable welcome.

Meanings

phrase
  1. A person is assured of a hospitable welcome.
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APA

the latchstring is out. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/the%20latchstring%20is%20out

MLA

“the latchstring is out.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/the%20latchstring%20is%20out. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “the latchstring is out,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/the%20latchstring%20is%20out.

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