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Lanyard Definition & Meaning

lanyard
noun
  1. a cord with an attached hook that is used to fire certain types of cannon
  2. a cord worn around the neck to hold a knife or whistle
  3. (nautical) a line used for extending or fastening rigging on ships

"Lanyard" in song lyrics

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  • "coach signature lanyard"
    AOL — AOL
  • "id lanyard"
    AOL — AOL
  • "south park lanyard"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does lanyard mean?
a cord with an attached hook that is used to fire certain types of cannon a cord worn around the neck to hold a knife or whistle (nautical) a line used for extending or fastening rigging on ships
What part of speech is lanyard?
Lanyard is a noun.
How many definitions does lanyard have?
Lanyard has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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