present participle of cordon

(archaic) A ribbon normally worn diagonally across the chest as a decoration or insignia of rank etc. [from 17th c.]

Only used in cordon off

plural of cordon

simple past tense and past participle of cordon

plural of Cordon

A surname.

present participle of cordon off

A skillful chef. / An award given to such chefs. / Thin slices of veal, ham and cheese breaded and sautéed; somewhat like a wiener schnitzel, or Viennese cutlet.

(public health) A barrier (physical or administrative) to prevent the spread of disease. / (by extension) Any barrier to the spread of anything deemed undesirable.