| 释义 |
lan·yard
noun
also lan·iard \ˈlanyə(r)d\
(-s)
Etymology: Middle English lanyer, from Middle French laniere, from Old French lasniere, from lasne strap, thong, noose, probably modification (influenced by laz snare, noose) of a word of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German nestila, nestilo bow, band, shoelace, Old Saxon nestila string, hair band, Old English net — more at lace, net
1. obsolete : thong, strap
2.
a. : a piece of rope or line for fastening something in ships; especially : one of the pieces passing through deadeyes and used to extend shrouds or stays
b. : a line for raising and lowering flags and pennants
3.
a. : a cord worn around the neck by sailors to which is usually attached a knife — called also knife lanyard
b. : a cord worn by members of a military unit cited for distinction as a symbol of the unit citation
c. : a strong cord worn about the neck or shoulder and attached to a pistol
4. : a strong cord with a hook at one end used in firing cannon |