power cord
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Definition
- Noun:
- A flexible electrical cable with a plug on one or both ends: A "power cord" is a specific type of electrical cord designed to connect an appliance or device to a mains electricity supply, typically via a wall outlet. It transmits electrical power.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Please unplug the power cord before cleaning the computer.
- The vacuum cleaner comes with a 15-foot power cord.
- I need to replace the frayed power cord on my lamp.
Advanced Usage
- "To have a short power cord": This can be a literal description of length or an idiom implying a limitation in reach or flexibility.
- This desk lamp has a very short power cord, so it must be placed near an outlet.
Variants and Related Words
- Mains lead (n, chiefly UK): Another term for a power cord.
- Power cable (n): A more general term that can refer to heavier-duty cables, including those used for industrial equipment or built into walls.
- AC adapter (n): A device that includes a power cord and a transformer to convert AC power to DC power for electronic devices.
- Extension cord (n): A separate, additional power cord with multiple outlets, used to extend the reach of a primary power cord.
Synonyms
- Electrical cord: A general synonym.
- Line cord: A technical synonym, especially in electronics.
- Mains cable: A synonym common in British English.
Related Phrases
- Power cord management: The organization of power cords to reduce clutter and tangling.
- Good power cord management under your desk can improve safety and appearance.
Related Idioms
- To be plugged in: Literally, to be connected via a power cord; figuratively, to be connected to a network or to be aware of current trends.
- Make sure the printer is plugged in. (Literal)
- She's really plugged into the local music scene. (Figurative)
Noun
- a cord to conduct power to an electrical appliance