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citation cord

n. A decorative cord worn on the shoulder, generally in conjunction with a uniform, also known as an Aiguillette. As pictured, this cord is being worn backwards (see Highty-Tighties ). Instead, the thick braid goes under the arm, with the narrow strands outside.

Usage examples of "citation cord".

He was in full-dress uniform, with a gold citation cord and paratrooper’.