ˈpendənt n. (also pendent) 1 a
hanging jewel etc.,
esp.
one attached to a
necklace,
bracelet, etc. 2 a
light fitting,
ornament, etc., hanging
from a
ceiling. 3 Naut. a a
short rope hanging from
the head of a mast etc., used
for attaching tackles. b =
PENNANT 1. 4 the
shank and ring of a pocket-watch by
which it is suspended. 5 (usu. foll. by to) a match, companion,
parallel,
complement, etc. [ME f. OF f. pendre
hang f. L pendere]