aiguillettes (cords)

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Cords, usually braided, ending in aglets, worn looped under the arm and sometimes across the breast on military uniforms; worn especially by aides-de-camp, but also by other officers. Distinguished from "fourragères," which are braided cords worn as an honorary military decoration.
aiguillettes
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024