cordless

adjective
UK: /ˈkɔːdləs/
US: /ˈkɔːrdləs/

  1. Not using a cord or wires to connect to a power source or other device.

    1. I bought a cordless phone for the kitchen table.
    2. The new cordless vacuum cleaner makes cleaning the stairs so much easier.

  2. Operating by battery and not needing to be plugged into an electrical outlet.

    1. He uses a cordless drill to assemble the furniture.
    2. This cordless speaker is perfect for taking to the beach because it doesn't need an outlet.

Synonyms

wireless

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "cordless" in English means: Not using a cord or wires to connect to a power source or other device., Operating by battery and not needing to be plugged into an electrical outlet..

The phonetic transcription of "cordless" is /ˈkɔːdləs/ in British English and /ˈkɔːrdləs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "cordless": wireless.

Example usage of "cordless": "I bought a cordless phone for the kitchen table.". More examples on the page.