laniard

/ˈlænjərd/
noun
  1. A cord or strap worn around the neck or shoulder to hold a small object such as a whistle, ID card, or knife.
    • The referee blew his whistle, which hung from a laniard around his neck.
    • She wore her employee badge on a bright blue laniard.
    • He attached his keys to a laniard so he wouldn't lose them.
  2. A short rope or line used on a ship for securing or fastening something.
    • The sailor tightened the laniard to secure the sail.
    • The old laniard was frayed and needed to be replaced.
    • He used a laniard to tie down the equipment on deck.
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