cordonnet


cordonnet

(ˌkɔːdənˈɛt) n (Textiles) a thread or cord that is produced from coarse silk and is commonly used to outline embroidery and lacework, and for fringes

cor•don•net

(ˌkɔr dnˈɛt, -dnˈeɪ)

n. a thread, cord, or yarn used to outline a lace motif, form fringes, edge decorative braid, etc. [1855–60; < French; see cordon, -et]