aiguillette

noun

ai·guil·lette | \ˌā-gwi-ˈlet

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Definition of aiguillette

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

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As many publications reported on Meghan and Harry's big day, Will notably differentiated himself by wearing a gold braid (also known as an aiguillette) with his. — Kayla Keegan, Good Housekeeping, "The Interesting Reason Why Prince Harry's Real Wedding Uniform Won't Go on Display," 30 Aug. 2018 Prince William sported golden braids — an aiguillette — on the right side of his uniform because he was bestowed as an Aide-de-Camp to the Queen in 2013, according to Kensington Palace. — Raisa Bruner, Time, "Everything to Know About Prince Harry and Prince William's Matching Royal Wedding Outfits," 19 May 2018

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