LANYARD

Lanyard

A lanyard is a rope or cord, typically worn around the neck, shoulder, or wrist to carry an object. Usually it is used where there is a risk of losing the object or to ensure that it is visible at all times. Alternatively it is a length of cord or wire with a hook at the end used to fire an artillery piece, or to arm the fuze mechanism on an air-dropped bomb by pulling out a cotter pin when it leaves the aircraft. Aboard a ship, it may refer to a piece of rigging used to secure or lower things .

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lanyard

Noun

  1. A short rope used for fastening rigging.
  2. 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.
  3. A cord with a hook; once used to fire artillery.


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