A cord is like a strong, thin rope made by twisting threads. People use it to tie or hold things tightly.
She tied the box with a thick cord.
The cord held the wood pieces together.
A cord is a type of wire with plastic outside. It carries electricity to devices like lamps or phones.
Plug the cord into the wall socket.
The phone’s charging cord is broken.
A cord is a way to measure firewood. It means a big stack of wood about 4 feet by 4 feet by 8 feet.
He bought a cord of wood for winter.
A cord of wood fills the small shed.
In the body, a cord is a long, thin part like a tendon or nerve. The umbilical cord connects a baby to its mother.
The doctor examined the cord in his hand.
The baby’s umbilical cord was cut.
To cord means to tie or fasten something with a cord or string. It is an action to hold things tightly.
She corded the package with strong string.
They corded the garden gate shut.
A cord can also mean a decorative string on clothes or curtains. It is usually twisted or braided for beauty.
The dress had gold cords along the edges.
They added cords to the curtains for style.
Cord can mean a strong emotional or mental connection between people. It shows closeness like friendship or love.
They share a strong cord of friendship.
A cord of love connects family members.
