lan·yard | \ ˈlan-yərd 
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\Definition of lanyard
1 : a piece of rope or line for fastening something in a ship especially : one of the pieces passing through deadeyes to extend shrouds or stays
2a : a cord or strap to hold something (such as a knife or a whistle) and usually worn around the neck
b : a cord worn as a symbol of a military citation
3 : a strong line used to activate a system (as in firing a cannon)
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Recent Examples on the Web The other was wearing a gray hoodie and light-blue jeans and carrying a blue lanyard.
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David Hernandez, San Diego Union-Tribune, "Man shot in Barrio Logan hotel lobby during argument," 13 Oct. 2020 The lanyard attaches to a mask's ear loops and sits on the wearer's back.
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Madison O'connor, USA TODAY, "Foggy glasses? Mask acne? How to solve 5 pandemic annoyances – without taking off the mask," 19 Aug. 2020 Fans must wear a badge issued by the school on a brightly colored lanyard.
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Lori Riley, courant.com, "Connecticut athletic directors talk challenges for upcoming fall high school sports season including limiting spectators and dealing with quarantined players," 25 Sep. 2020 The product shown resembles a watch, but it can be worn on a lanyard, wristband, or belt loop, IK Multimedia says.
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Jefferson Graham, USA TODAY, "Social distancing COVID-19 tech: New Safe Spacer beeps if people get closer than 6 feet," 14 Sep. 2020 The lanyard simply alerts employees to the wearer's need.
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Melissa Yeager, The Arizona Republic, "Need a little extra help navigating Phoenix airport? Here's how to let staff, TSA know," 31 Aug. 2020 Cisneros-Contreras said any traveler who feels in need of extra assistance and compassion is eligible to request a Compassion Cacti lanyard.
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Melissa Yeager, The Arizona Republic, "Need a little extra help navigating Phoenix airport? Here's how to let staff, TSA know," 31 Aug. 2020 Each ticket includes a tasting lanyard for barbecue and paired craft beer offerings.
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Mike Freeman, San Diego Union-Tribune, "SeaWorld San Diego set to reopen Friday on limited basis with Zoo Days," 24 Aug. 2020 The lanyard attaches to a mask's ear loops and sits on the wearer's back.
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Madison O'connor, USA TODAY, "Foggy glasses? Mask acne? How to solve 5 pandemic annoyances – without taking off the mask," 19 Aug. 2020
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lanyard
nounlan·yard | \ ˈlan-yərd \
\Kids Definition of lanyard
1 : a short rope or cord used as a fastening on ships
2 : a cord worn around the neck to hold something (as a knife or whistle)
3 : a strong cord with a hook at one end used in firing a cannon
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The first known use of lanyard was in 1626
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