pendant

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1. Anglo-Norman · derived frompendaunt
2. English todaypendant

From Anglo-Norman pendaunt, Middle French pendant, noun use of adjective.

Words from the same roots

First known use, by meaning

• from 14th c. A supporting post attached to the main rafter.
• from 15th c. A piece of jewellery which hangs down as an ornament, especially worn on a chain around the neck.
• from 16th c. The dangling part of an earring.
• from 15th c. A short rope hanging down, used to attach hooks for tackles; a pennant.
• 15th–17th c. Testicles.