Definitions by Mr Smash
yeard
A combination beard and ponytail, especially that of fantasy author Terry Goodkind. This term is derived from the 'y' in 'ponytail' and the 'eard' in 'beard.'
In the author photo at the back of his books, Terry Goodkind is depicted attempting to strike a tough guy pose, only to have his efforts defeated by his rather silly looking trademark yeard.