kordon

Kordon is a term used in several languages to denote a cord, line, or barrier, and appears in both common nouns and proper nouns. In Turkish, kordon means a cord or belt and is used in expressions referring to lines, perimeters, or barriers. The word is closely related to the French cordon and the English cordon, and in some contexts Turkish usage can describe protective or restricted zones.

Geography: In İzmir, Turkey, Kordon (Kordon Boyu) denotes a famous seafront promenade along the Gulf of Izmir. The waterfront is a shared public space with cafes and views of the harbor and is a recognized city landmark.

Public health and security: In many languages, a cordon or kordon describes a boundary established to control movement, such as a police cordon or a cordon sanitaire during outbreaks. In Turkish-language sources the term kordon can be used in similar senses, though "cordon sanitaire" is the common phrase in English.

Other uses: Kordon can function as a surname or place name, and may appear in branding or organizational titles preserving the Turkish form.