cords

[kawrdz]

noun

1. (used with a plural verb),  clothing, especially trousers, of corded corded fabric; corduroys.

cords

/ kɔːdz /

plural noun

1. trousers, esp jeans, made of corduroy

Word History and Origins

Origin of cords¹

First recorded in 1770–80; plural of cord

Example Sentences

In an interview, McOsker said he was horrified by the conditions at the Wilmington site, including narrow driving lanes, food for sale outdoors and washers and dryers connected with extension cords.

From Los Angeles Times

Neighbors lodged complaints about the encampment, including concerns over fires after encampment residents appeared to have broken into a street light and attached an extension cords to receive power.

From Los Angeles Times

The tension has led to arguments over on-court etiquette - or the lack of it - with net cords, underarm serves and body shots all under scrutiny.

From BBC

It’s a strange and silent place, in which all the beds are neatly made, the floors around them no longer mulched with clothing, charge cords and snack wrappers.

From Los Angeles Times

Two reached the roof, cut the parachute cords and dragged down supplies.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• knickers 
• shorts 
• slacks 
• trousers 
• underpants