Definition of Cord
Cord
cord
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a slender and flexible string or rope, usually made by twisting or weaving several strands together, or a length of such a material;
e.g. They used cord to tie the fabric of the tent to the frame.
(noun)
a long and flexible structure that serves some purpose, for example an anatomical structure with a connective function (e.g. the spinal cord) or an electrical cable that carries current to an appliance;
e.g. The backbone is meant to protect the spinal cord from being injured. Make sure the cord of the lamp is not trapped under the chair's leg.
(noun)
a fabric that has a ribbed pattern on/in it, especially corduroy, or a pair of pants made from such a fabric (the latter usually used as "cords");
e.g. I bought a brown cord coat to wear when it gets cold. He wore a pair of black cords with the shirt.
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