aiguillette
/ˌeɪɡwɪˈlɛt/
noun
- An ornamental braided cord or tag worn on military or formal uniforms, often hanging from the shoulder.
- The general's uniform was decorated with a gold aiguillette on the right shoulder.
- The aiguillette is a traditional symbol of an aide-de-camp.
- During the ceremony, the officer wore a ceremonial aiguillette as part of his dress uniform.