cordless

adjective

cord·​less ˈkȯrd-ləs How to pronounce cordless (audio)
: having no cord
especially : powered by a battery
a cordless telephone
cordless noun

Examples of cordless in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Not that surprising, since the brand also makes one of the best cordless stick vacuums on the market. Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 1 Mar. 2024 When Tara VanDerveer began coaching, Jimmy Carter was president, Andy Gibb and the Bee Gees were dominating the American music scene and cordless phones − not cellular phones, cordless phones − were still a few years away from being widely available. USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2024 This cordless wine opener can open 30 bottles on just one charge. Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 4 Jan. 2024 This cordless vacuum offers powerful cleaning at an affordable price. Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2024 Green Wolf Lighting, founded by Rebecca Marks, specializes in the production of decorative, cordless lamps handblown in Venice by Murano artisans. Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2024 Try out this cordless stick vacuum that compares to pricier Dyson models. Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 18 Feb. 2024 There’s the cordless Dyson V8 that’s $120 off (and selling out fast), and for those who want to press a button and let magic happen, this Shark AI Robot Floor Vacuum is a can't-miss buy at 46 percent off. Amber Love Bond, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2024 Nancy Armour When Tara VanDerveer began coaching, Jimmy Carter was president, Andy Gibb and the Bee Gees were dominating the American music scene and cordless phones − not cellular phones, cordless phones − were still a few years away from being widely available. USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1906, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cordless was in 1906

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“Cordless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cordless. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

cordless

adjective
cord·​less ˈkȯrd-ləs How to pronounce cordless (audio)
: having no cord
especially : powered by a battery
a cordless telephone

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