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sautoir

sautoir

English

Noun

sautoir (plural sautoirs)

  1. A ribbon, chain, scarf, or the like, tied around the neck in such a manner that the ends cross over each other.
  2. A chain to which a pendant is attached, worn around the neck.

Related terms


French

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /so.twaʁ/

Etymology

From sauter + -oir

Noun

sautoir m (plural sautoirs)

  1. chain (long necklace of pearls)
  2. (heraldry) saltire