cordonnet

American  

[kawr-dn-et, -dn-ey] / ˌkɔr dnˈɛt, -dnˈeɪ /

noun

1. a thread, cord, or yarn used to outline a lace motif, form fringes, edge decorative braid, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of cordonnet

From French, dating back to 1855–60; cordon, -et

Example Sentences

Is usually worked with horsehair on the edges to give firmness to the cordonnet.

From Textiles For Commercial, Industrial, and Domestic Arts Schools; Also Adapted to Those Engaged in Wholesale and Retail Dry Goods, Wool, Cotton, and Dressmaker's Trades by Dooley, William H. (William Henry)

The ground is composed of double twisted threads, and has a rounder mesh than Alen�on, and there is no outlining cordonnet.

From Lace, Its Origin and History by Goldenberg, Samuel L.

The raised Rose points are recognized by their thick cordonnet or outlining of the pattern.

From Lace, Its Origin and History by Goldenberg, Samuel L.

The cordonnet, or outlining thread, is unusually prominent, and the raised part is no less remarkable for its boldness in design than for its delicate workmanship.

From Lace, Its Origin and History by Goldenberg, Samuel L.

There were also other differences, both the "cordonnet" and the "r�seau" being unlike those of Alen�on.

From Lace, Its Origin and History by Goldenberg, Samuel L.