cord (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /kɔːrd/
Definition
A length of flexible material, typically made of twisted or braided strands of hemp, nylon, or other fibers, used for tying, fastening, pulling, or carrying something.
Examples
He used a thick rope to tie down the luggage.
She bought a new cord for her phone charger.
The climber secured himself to the rock face with a strong cord.
How to Use cord
- cord of wood (collocation)
- A standard unit of measurement for firewood, equal to 128 cubic feet. — "They bought a cord of wood for the winter."
- cord on (prepositional phrase)
- To connect something using a cord. — "Please cord the printer to the computer."
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