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cordon

cor·don

UK/ˈkɔː(ɹ)dən/ US/ˈkɔrdʌn/ uncommon archaic

noun

1.

cord or ribbon worn as an insignia of honor or rank

2.

adornment consisting of an ornamental ribbon or cord

Origin

From Middle English cordon, from Middle French cordon, from Old French cordon, diminutive of corde. More at cord.

Phrases

  • sanitary cordon

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