[F., dim. of cordon.] A loosely spun thick silk thread or weak cord made from waste or inferior silk, and used for fringes, outlines of lacework, etc., where strength is not required.

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1858.  Simmonds, Dict. Trade, Cordonnet, coarse silk.

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1886.  W. A. Harris, Dict. Fire Ins., Cordonet.

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