cords
Americannoun
plural noun
Etymology
Origin of cords
First recorded in 1770–80; plural of cord
Example Sentences
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Gillian, Clive and their families are part of research into the condition at Addenbrooke's Hospital and Clive and his daughter Evans have signed up to have their brains and spinal cords donated for research.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
"The costs of the products that we are making are being very greatly affected," the 42-year-old said, listing plastic, copper for the vacuum's motor and raw materials in its power cords.
From Barron's • May 6, 2026
The space is scattered with cardboard boxes and errant computer cords.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
He too spent years getting Botox injections, and even traveled to Japan for an experimental surgery to have a metal rod inserted between his vocal cords.
From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026
The giant chuckled, using Annabeth’s vocal cords this time.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
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