cordon
Meaning
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- A ribbon normally worn diagonally across the chest as a decoration or insignia of rank etc.
- A line of people or things placed around an area to enclose or protect it.
- The arc of fielders on the off side, behind the batsman - the slips and gully.
- A woody plant, such as a fruit tree, pruned and trained to grow as a single stem on a support.
Synonyms
round-up
string-course
band molding
ornamental string
badge of honor
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/kɔː(ɹ)dən/
Etymology
In summary
From Middle English cordon, from Middle French cordon, from Old French cordon, diminutive of corde. More at cord.
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