Laniard

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Updated June 2026

Definition

A short cord fitted with a hook, used historically to fire certain types of cannon by pulling it sharply.

“The gunner gripped the laniard and pulled it firmly to discharge the cannon.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

lan·iard

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Synonyms

lanyard

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Wordle

A variant of lanyard, LANI- at the start with the uncommon -ARD ending distinguishes it

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Scrabble

Worth 8 points, a rare variant spelling that may surprise opponents who only know lanyard

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Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “laniard” to make these 7-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

laniary lanyard

Words you can make from Laniard

Shorter words formed from the letters in “laniard”.

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