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

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Then pick up this cordless vacuum that doubles as a mop to tackle two time-consuming chores in one go. Isabel Garcia, People.com, 1 Apr. 2025 Our staff can attest that Dyson’s cordless vacuums of all types are high-quality, super efficient, and—not to be dramatic—life-changing. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 27 Mar. 2025 Its cordless design offers up to 40 minutes of continuous cleaning, and MAX mode optimizes suction power for effective spot cleaning. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2025 For heavier, louder cordless trimmers, earplugs are a good investment to protect against hearing loss. Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cordless

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 6 Apr. 2025.

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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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