lanyard

noun

lan·​yard ˈlan-yərd How to pronounce lanyard (audio)
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)

Examples of lanyard in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This kit also includes a durable lanyard for safe transport. Alesandra Dubin, Parents, 20 Mar. 2024 San Antonio’s Six Flags Fiesta Texas offers special eclipse packages to park guests who coincide their visit with the eclipse, offering souvenir t-shirts, eclipse glasses, a commemorative lanyard and a fireworks show. Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 15 Mar. 2024 Exclusive drink specials, party cup, badge, lanyard with bottle opener and afterparty. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 13 Mar. 2024 San José’s airport gives sunflower lanyards to visitors who might need additional help from TSA or airline staff. Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2024 While the man wore a safety harness, there was no lanyard, rope, or any other attachment connected to the D-ring on the back of the harness that would have connected him to the roof, the complaint states. Steve Lieberman, USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2024 Gold members also receive a Castaway Club lanyard denoting their tiered status, the tote bag gifted to Silver members, and a wet/dry bag. Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2024 Familiarize yourself with the airport layout, and if needed, bring a cane or a Sunflower lanyard to indicate your needs. Sophie Morgan, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Feb. 2024 At airports from San Jose to London Heathrow, sunflower lanyards are available for travelers with hidden or less visible disabilities, offering a nonverbal signal to staff that the wearer may need extra help. Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English lanyer thong, lanyard, from Anglo-French lanier

First Known Use

1626, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of lanyard was in 1626

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Cite this Entry

“Lanyard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lanyard. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

lanyard

noun
lan·​yard ˈlan-yərd How to pronounce lanyard (audio)
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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