1
: a piece of rope or line for fastening something in a ship
especially
: one of the pieces passing through deadeyes to extend shrouds or stays
2
a
: a cord or strap to hold something (such as a knife or a whistle) and usually worn around the neck
b
: a cord worn as a symbol of a military citation
3
: a strong line used to activate a system (as in firing a cannon)
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An 11-year-old who lost the ability to use his arms and legs last fall, Mumford has always collected lanyards and hung them on his baseball bag.
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Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 22 June 2024
Before delegates voted to nominate him, Rokita mounted the stage in red boxing gloves, miniature versions of which supporters wore on lanyards.
—Brittany Carloni, The Indianapolis Star, 15 June 2024
Designed for tots ages 3 and up, the binoculars magnify objects up to twice their size and come with a focus knob, a lanyard, and a larger eyepiece that get kids comfortable with using binoculars.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 14 June 2024
Tickets include 2-3 drinks or shots, party cup, keychain lanyard, exclusive drink specials, food specials and more.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 10 June 2024
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Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 22 June 2024
Before delegates voted to nominate him, Rokita mounted the stage in red boxing gloves, miniature versions of which supporters wore on lanyards.
—Brittany Carloni, The Indianapolis Star, 15 June 2024
Designed for tots ages 3 and up, the binoculars magnify objects up to twice their size and come with a focus knob, a lanyard, and a larger eyepiece that get kids comfortable with using binoculars.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 14 June 2024
Tickets include 2-3 drinks or shots, party cup, keychain lanyard, exclusive drink specials, food specials and more.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 10 June 2024
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lanyard
noun
lan·yard
ˈlan-yərd 
1
: a rope or line for fastening something in ships
2
: a cord worn around the neck or shoulder to hold a knife or whistle
3
: a strong cord used in firing a cannon
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