cord 1 of 2

noun

ˈkȯrd How to pronounce cord (audio)
Definition of cordnext
1
as in cable
a length of braided, flexible material that is used for tying or connecting things a vacuum cleaner with an extra long cord

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2
as in link
a uniting or binding force or influence the cords of trust and affection that exist between the longtime friends

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cord

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verb

as in to rope

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Recent Examples of cord
Noun
Declutter by addressing culprits like unused kitchen gadgets, tangled cords, and outdated electronics to free up space. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026 Consumers will have to visit Cooluli's website to check their model number — and, if their minifridge is covered by the recall, then follow instructions on how to cut the power cord and submit photos to request the free replacement. — ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
Verb
Settings and controls Many electric or corded heating pads come with some type of temperature control, either through a remote or on the pad. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026 Electric snow blowers are corded and good for clearing light to moderate snow off patios, porches, walkways, and small-to-medium-size driveways. — Christina Cush, Architectural Digest, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cord
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cord
  1. cable
  2. link
  3. rope
  4. wire
  5. bond
  6. strap
  7. tie
  8. thread
Noun
  • After multiple attempts to stave off its death over the decades, it is being choked by the chains and cables meant to support it.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • That might prove to be difficult, if not prohibitively expensive or just impossible, in urban areas with sewers, gas lines, fiber optic cables and whatnot installed beneath streets, parkways, sidewalks and paved alleys.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of cable
Noun
  • The platform links brand clients with filmmakers around the world to turn advertising messages into standalone films with real narrative ambition, rather than conventional commercials.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • When followers click those links and purchase something, creators get a cut of the sales — anywhere from five to 30 percent.
    — CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of link
Verb
  • Climbers who rope up together learn from one another, with no strict hierarchy.
    — William Finnegan, New Yorker, 29 June 2026
  • Some of those startups started in the San Francisco Bay area, where AI dating apps are hosting parties, speed dating, coffee meet-ups and other in-person events to rope people into using their new service.
    — Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2026
Definition of rope
Noun
  • The problem is with the brake-by-wire system (which GM calls eBoost), which can suffer a spindle fracture while driving.
    — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Let cool on baking sheets, then transfer to a wire rack if needed.
    — Ellary Collins, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of wire
Noun
  • The bond markets got only temporary relief from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s announcement that the government would double its buybacks of longer-term bonds.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • But Bessent will have much more firepower to battle bond vigilantes.
    — Jason Ma, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of bond
Verb
  • AirsFish Soccer Shin Guards for Kids Breathable and sweat-absorbent, these shin guards strap around the foot to stay securely in place.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Members of the TreeCircus crew will help participants strap into the rope system and teach them how to climb using only the power of their own body.
    — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of strap
Noun
  • Prosecutors said Asora had Hansen zip-tie MacNeil’s hands before Hansen was restrained.
    — Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Elordi himself opted to wear Bottega Veneta, sporting a navy, softly pinstriped double-breasted suit with sharp lapels and coordinating tailored pants, a white shirt, and navy skinny tie.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of tie
Verb
  • Mamdani’s alternative would revisit the 2006 strategy by threading an elevated bypass into the narrow slot between the BQE and Brooklyn Bridge Park.
    — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Though there are plenty of videos and Reddit threads online that show consumers how to remove the LED light, or get someone else to, there is also plenty of commentary from those bothered by removal of the light.
    — Greta Cross, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
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“Cord.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cord. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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