cordonnet

noun

cor·​don·​net

ˌkȯ(r)dᵊnˈet,

-nˈā

plural -s

: a thread or small cord used to edge braid, to make tassels and fringes, or to outline the design of lace and embroidery

Word History

Etymology

French, diminutive of cordon

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