Synonyms

cords

American

[kawrdz] / kɔrdz /

noun

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

cords British

/ kɔːdz /

plural noun

trousers, esp jeans, made of corduroy

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Etymology

Origin of cords

First recorded in 1770–80; plural of cord

Example Sentences

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At the time, she felt it was impossible to take time off, and experimented with singing in a lower register to ease the stress on her vocal cords.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

When the extension cords running to the back popped the circuit breakers, repeatedly, he tried to curtail electricity usage in the camp.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

At the time, she said she learned she had non-cancerous growths on her vocal cords.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2026

This durability allowed the vocal cords more time to heal compared with currently available injectable treatments, which typically break down much faster.

From Science Daily • Jan. 2, 2026

He cut the cords on Gollum’s wrists and ankles and raised him to his feet.

From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien

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