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aiguillette

/ˌeɪɡwɪˈlɛt/

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noun

Наконечник шнурка

A tip, originally of metal and often decorative, on a ribbon or cord that makes lacing two parts of a garment or garments together easier, as in corset lacings, "points" (lacing hose or trousers to jacket or doublet) or sleeves to a bodice.

Examples :

"The historical reenactor meticulously threaded the corset's lacings through the aiguillette at the end, making it easier to tighten the bodice. "

Исторический реконструктор тщательно продел шнуровку корсета через наконечник шнурка в конце, что облегчило затягивание лифа.

wear style material appearance item thing

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noun

Эполет, кисточка

An ornament worn on clothing, consisting of a metal tag on a fringe, or a small metallic plate or spangle.

Examples :

"The marching band leader's uniform was impressive, featuring a gold aiguillette on his shoulder. "

Форма дирижера марширующего оркестра была впечатляющей, с золотой кисточкой на плече.

appearance style military wear item

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noun

Аксельбант

An ornamental braided cord with decorative metal tips worn on uniforms.

Examples :

"The general's uniform was distinguished by a gold aiguillette draped across his shoulder. "

Форма генерала отличалась золотым аксельбантом, перекинутым через его плечо.