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A necklace invented by the military, now worn exclusively by people with zero power.
means A cord worn around the neck for holding a badge, ID card, keys, or whistle so they don't get lost.
from Comes from the French 'lanière,' meaning a strap or thong, which traces back further to lace-making roots. It started as naval and military kit — sailors used lanyards to secure knives, whistles, and pistols so a rolling ship couldn't claim them. The gear changed; the impulse to tether something important to your own body didn't.
- origin
- French sailors used them to secure knives and whistles
- irony
- the more important you are, the less visible yours is
- interns
- wear theirs like an Olympic medal on day one
- true use
- mostly for losing your badge slightly slower