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lan·yard (lan·iard)
 lanyard (laniard)
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- pronunciation:
- laen
y
 rd
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a short rope or wire used to fasten or tauten gear or rigging on a ship.
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| definition 2: |
a cord or rope used to suspend small objects, such as a whistle, knife, or key from the neck, shoulder, or belt.
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| definition 3: |
a cord attached to a hook and used to fire cannon.
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| definition 4: |
a cord worn around the shoulder as an insignia, as by certain military units.
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| related words: |
line |
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