laniard

Other forms: laniards

Definitions of laniard
  1. noun
    a cord worn around the neck to hold a knife or whistle
    synonyms: lanyard
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    type of:
    cord
    a line made of twisted fibers or threads
  2. noun
    a cord with an attached hook that is used to fire certain types of cannon
    synonyms: lanyard
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    type of:
    cord
    a line made of twisted fibers or threads
  3. noun
    (nautical) a line used for extending or fastening rigging on ships
    synonyms: lanyard
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    type of:
    line
    something (as a cord or rope) that is long and thin and flexible
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