Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun cordon

3 senses of cordon

Sense 1
cordon -- (a series of sentinels or of military posts enclosing or guarding some place or thing)
       => series -- (similar things placed in order or happening one after another; "they were investigating a series of bank robberies")

Sense 2
cordon -- (cord or ribbon worn as an insignia of honor or rank)
       => insignia -- (a badge worn to show official position)

Sense 3
cordon -- (adornment consisting of an ornamental ribbon or cord)
       => adornment -- (a decoration of color or interest that is added to relieve plainness)