What does cordon mean?
Cordon means (archaic) A ribbon normally worn diagonally across the chest as a decoration or insignia of rank etc. [from 17th c.].
Cordon
/ˈkɔː(ɹ)dən/ · noun
Meaning
(archaic) A ribbon normally worn diagonally across the chest as a decoration or insignia of rank etc. [from 17th c.].
Definitions by Sense
- (archaic) A ribbon normally worn diagonally across the chest as a decoration or insignia of rank etc. [from 17th c.]
- A line of people or things placed around an area to enclose or protect it. [from 16th c.]
- (cricket) The arc of fielders on the off side, behind the batsman: the slips and gully. [from 20th c.]
- (botany) A woody plant, such as a fruit tree, pruned and trained to grow as a single stem on a support. [from 19th c.]
- (transitive) Synonym of cordon off.
Example Sentences
Strong detachments of infantry instead of gendarmes cordoned the streets leading to the Lycée.
Synonyms for cordon
Antonyms for cordon
Related Words
Word Forms
- cordons
- cordoning
- cordoned
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for cordon?
Common synonyms include cordon off.
What is the opposite of cordon?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use cordon in a sentence?
Strong detachments of infantry instead of gendarmes cordoned the streets leading to the Lycée.
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