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noun
An ornamental trim made of metallic, gold-colored thread worn on military uniform.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: government, military, politics, war
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noun
A collective name for army or naval officers or other officals wearing this ornament.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
trimming used to decorate clothes or curtains
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: braid, braiding
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Broader terms: trimming, trim, passementerie
Narrower terms: aglet, aiglet, aiguilette, soutache
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