Associations to the word «Lanyard»
Noun
Adverb
Wiktionary
LANYARD, noun. (nautical) A short rope used for fastening rigging.
LANYARD, noun. A cord used to hold a small object such as a key, whistle, card, or knife, worn around the neck or wrist: a form of necklace or wristband.
LANYARD, noun. A cord with a hook; once used to fire artillery.
Dictionary definition
LANYARD, noun. A cord with an attached hook that is used to fire certain types of cannon.
LANYARD, noun. A cord worn around the neck to hold a knife or whistle.
LANYARD, noun. (nautical) a line used for extending or fastening rigging on ships.
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