Lanyard (Noun)
Meaning 1
A cord worn around the neck to hold a knife or whistle.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
(nautical) a line used for extending or fastening rigging on ships.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Synonyms
Meaning 3
A cord with an attached hook that is used to fire certain types of cannon.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The gunner carefully unwound the lanyard from his waist before pulling down to fire the cannon.
- Historic warships often had teams of sailors using lanyards to fire cannons in coordinated volleys.
- In the reenactment, a costumed militiaman grasped the lanyard and hauled it downward, simulating the cannon's ignition.
- Loading crews in the artillery unit attached the lanyard to their cannons before moving them into position.
- By pulling on the lanyard, the sailor inadvertently set off the cannon prematurely, causing chaos on the ship's deck.