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cordon

The correct spelling is cordon.

How to pronounce cordon

/kɔː(ɹ)dən/
noun

IPA: /kɔː(ɹ)dən/

Say it like: Cor-don

The correct spelling is cordon. A ribbon normally worn diagonally across the chest as a decoration or insignia of rank etc.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A ribbon normally worn diagonally across the chest as a decoration or insignia of rank etc.
  2. 2.A line of people or things placed around an area to enclose or protect it.
  3. 3.The arc of fielders on the off side, behind the batsman - the slips and gully.
  4. 4.A woody plant, such as a fruit tree, pruned and trained to grow as a single stem on a support.

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