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tassel

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tas·sel  (tsl)
n.
1. A bunch of loose threads or cords bound at one end and hanging free at the other, used as an ornament on curtains or clothing, for example.
2. Something that resembles such an ornament, especially the pollen-bearing inflorescence of a corn plant.
v. tas·seled or tas·selled, tas·sel·ing or tas·sel·ling, tas·sels
v.tr.
To fringe or decorate with tassels.
v.intr.
To put forth a tassellike inflorescence. Used especially of corn.
[Middle English, from Old French, fastening, clasp, from Vulgar Latin *tassellus, blend of Latin tessella, small die; see tessellate, taxillus, diminutive of tlus, knucklebone, ankle.]
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tassel
tassel
Noun
a tuft of loose threads secured by a knot or knob, used to decorate a cushion, piece of clothing, etc. [Old French]
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.tasseltassel - adornment consisting of a bunch of cords fastened at one end
adornment - a decoration of color or interest that is added to relieve plainness
sword knot - an ornamental tassel on the hilt of a sword
Translations
Spanish tassel [ˈtæsl] n → borla
French tassel [ˈtæsl] n → gland m; pompon m
German tassel [ˈtæsl] n → Quaste f
Italian tassel [ˈtæsl] n → fiocco
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Old Baltus Van Tassel was a perfect picture of a thriving, contented, liberal-hearted farmer.
The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow by Irving, Washington View in context
Above his motionless figure the little cord and tassel on the stiff point of the hood swung about inanely in the gale.
The Mirror of the Sea by Conrad, Joseph View in context
I had often wondered how it was that Sir Oliver had such a very short tail; it really was only six or seven inches long, with a tassel of hair hanging from it; and on one of our holidays in the orchard I ventured to ask him by what accident it was that he had lost his tail.
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