cords

/kɔrdz/
noun
  1. Thick strings or thin ropes made of twisted strands.
    • The climber checked the cords before starting the ascent.
    • He pulled the cord to ring the bell.
    • She tied the package with strong cords.
  2. Electrical wires covered in plastic, used to connect devices to power.
    • The lamp cord is too short to reach the outlet.
    • He replaced the frayed cord on the vacuum cleaner.
    • Make sure the computer cords are not tangled under the desk.
  3. Trousers made of corduroy fabric.
    • She wore brown cords and a sweater to the party.
    • His favorite pair of cords has a tear in the knee.
    • Cords are comfortable and warm for autumn weather.
  4. A unit of measurement for cut firewood, equal to 128 cubic feet (stacked).
    • They ordered two cords of wood for the winter.
    • A cord of firewood costs about $200 in this area.
    • The farmer stacked the cords neatly behind the barn.
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