A surname.

simple past tense and past participle of cordon

(archaic) A ribbon normally worn diagonally across the chest as a decoration or insignia of rank etc. [from 17th c.]

Only used in cordon off

plural of cordon

present participle of cordon

plural of Cordon

(transitive) To protect from intrusion by enclosing in a rope barrier.

(public health) A barrier (physical or administrative) to prevent the spread of disease. / (by extension) Any barrier to the spread of anything deemed undesirable.

A skillful chef. / An award given to such chefs. / Thin slices of veal, ham and cheese breaded and sautéed; somewhat like a wiener schnitzel, or Viennese cutlet.