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galloon

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galloon /ɡəˈluːn /
noun a narrow ornamental strip of fabric, typically a silk braid or piece of lace, used to trim clothing or finish upholstery.
– ORIGIN early 17th century: from French galon, from galonner to trim with braid, of unknown ultimate origin.