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Added 9 October 2026

cordon

/ˈkɔː(ɹ)dən/ noun

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about cordon at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

A series of sentinels or of military posts enclosing or guarding some place or thing.
Cord or ribbon worn as an insignia of honor or rank.
Adornment consisting of an ornamental ribbon or cord.

Origin

From Middle English cordon, from Middle French cordon, from Old French cordon, diminutive of corde. More at cord.

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