laniard

• Substantivo que designa um cordão ou corda com vários usos, incluindo disparar canhões, carregar objetos no pescoço ou prender cordames em navios.

A noun referring to a cord or rope with various uses, including firing cannons, holding items around the neck, or securing rigging on ships.

1. Cannon firing cordC2formal

   A cord with a hook at the end used to trigger a cannon or similar artillery piece.

   Cordão de disparo

   • The soldier pulled the laniard to fire the cannon.
   • Each cannon crew had a designated laniard for firing.
   • The old laniard was replaced with a modern electronic system.

2. Neck cord for toolsB2formal

   A cord worn around the neck to secure a small object such as a knife, whistle, or ID badge.

   Cordão de pescoço para ferramentas

   • He attached his whistle to a laniard around his neck.
   • The security guard wore a laniard holding his keys.
   • Survival knives often come with a strong laniard.

   Sinônimoscordlanyardstrapstringthong

3. Nautical rigging lineC1formal

   A short rope or line used on a ship for tightening or extending rigging.

   Cabo de tacelagem

   • The sailor adjusted the laniard to tighten the mast's support.
   • Laniards are essential for securing the ship's rigging.
   • He coiled the laniard carefully after use.

   Sinônimoscordlinerope