ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ adjective
Etymology: purse string
1. : formed or drawn in the manner of a purse string
a wind-tight purse-string closure about the neck
— see purse-string suture
2. : involving control of financial matters : acting through financial control
committee would have purse-string power to enforce the decisions — The National Jewish Monthly