cord (n.)

  1. a line made of twisted fibers or threads; the bundle was tied with a cord'

  2. a unit of amount of wood cut for burning; 128 cubic feet

  3. a light insulated conductor for household use

    [ Syn: electric cord ]

  4. a cut pile fabric with vertical ribs; usually made of cotton

    [ Syn: corduroy ]

    cord (v.)

  1. stack in cords; cord firewood'

  2. bind or tie with a cord

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