aiguillette
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ai·guil·lette

noun \ˌā-gwi-ˈlet\

Definition of AIGUILLETTE

: aglet; specifically : a shoulder cord worn by designated military aides — compare fourragère

Origin of AIGUILLETTE

French — more at aglet
First Known Use: 1812

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