Found 2 items, similar to laniard.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: laniard laniard n 1: a cord with an attached hook that is used to fire certain types of cannon [syn: lanyard] 2: a cord worn around the neck to hold a knife or whistle [syn: lanyard] 3: (nautical) a line used for extending or fastening rigging on ships [syn: lanyard]
English → English (gcide) Definition: laniard Lanyard \Lan"yard\, n. [F. lani[`e]re thong, strap, OF. lasniere, fr. lasne strap, thong, L. lacinia lappet. flap, edge of a garment. Cf. Lanier.] [Written also laniard.] 1. (Naut.) A short piece of rope or line for fastening something in ships; as, the lanyards of the gun ports, of the buoy, and the like; esp., pieces passing through the dead-eyes, and used to extend shrouds, stays, etc. [1913 Webster] 2. (Mil.) A strong cord, about twelve feet long, with an iron hook at one end a handle at the other, used in firing cannon with a friction tube. [1913 Webster]