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lanyard
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As a noun, lanyard means a short rope used for fastening rigging, as a handle, etc.
Meanings of lanyard
6 meaningsnoun
nauticalA 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.
militaryA cord with a hook which is secured to an artillery piece, and pulled to fire the weapon.
A cord with an attached hook that is used to fire certain types of cannon
Similar: laniard(nautical) a line used for extending or fastening rigging on ships
Similar: laniard
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