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cordonnet

American  
[kawr-dn-et, -dn-ey] / ˌkɔr dnˈɛt, -dnˈeɪ /

noun

  1. a thread, cord, or yarn used to outline a lace motif, form fringes, edge decorative braid, etc.


Etymology

Origin of cordonnet

From French, dating back to 1855–60; see origin at cordon, -et

Example Sentences

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The ground is composed of double twisted threads, and has a rounder mesh than Alen�on, and there is no outlining cordonnet.

From Lace, Its Origin and History by Goldenberg, Samuel L.

The cordonnet, or outlining thread, is unusually prominent, and the raised part is no less remarkable for its boldness in design than for its delicate workmanship.

From Lace, Its Origin and History by Goldenberg, Samuel L.

It has already been said that the sections are sewn throughout, and, further, that the end section is likewise similarly sewn with them through the linen joint—in high class work with coloured cordonnet silk.

From Practical Bookbinding by Adam, Paul

The raised Rose points are recognized by their thick cordonnet or outlining of the pattern.

From Lace, Its Origin and History by Goldenberg, Samuel L.

The pattern is outlined with a cordonnet of a flat, untwisted silk strand.

From Lace, Its Origin and History by Goldenberg, Samuel L.

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