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Lanyard
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Meaning
Noun
●
In Nautical:
A
short
rope
used for
fastening
rigging
, as a
handle
, etc.
●
A
cord
worn
around the
neck
,
shoulder
, or
wrist
which is
attached
to a small
object
to be
carried
such as an
identity card
or security
pass
, key,
knife
, or whistle.
●
A
craft
activity
done by
intricately
braiding
thin
colored
plastic
lines
to make
patterns
, or the product of such a
craft
.
●
In Military:
A
cord
with a
hook
which is
secured
to an
artillery
piece
, and
pulled
to
fire
the weapon.
Sourced from
Wiktionary
Origin
lanyard
English
lanyer
Middle English (1100-1500)
laniere
Middle French (ca. 1400-1600)
lasniere
Old French (842-ca. 1400)
lasne
Old French (842-ca. 1400)
Sourced from
Etym
Related
Strap
Bracelet
Collar
Keychain
Keyring
Cord
Carabineer
Harness
Belt
Bandana
Backpack
Bag
Jacket
Helmet
Headband
Hoodie
Shoe
Glove
Sticker
Shirt
Box
Card
Accessory
Zipper
Vest
Sleeve
Leash
Sweatshirt
Straps
Sling
Handbag
Tote
Wire
Scarf
Logo
Suitcase
Handle
Hanger
Cuff
Ring
Velcro
Clasp
Sleeves
Key Ring
Key Chain
Wrist Band
Hand Strap
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