"Cord" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
A cord is a long, thin, flexible strip of material, typically made of rubber, plastic, or textile fibers, used for joining two objects together, such as a power cord connecting an electrical device to a power source. It can also refer to a cord of wood, which is a bundle of sticks or logs tied together for transportation or storage.
Jeremy Corbyn is a British politician who served as the Leader of the Opposition and Leader of the Labour Party from 2015 to 2020. He was the Member of Parliament (MP) for Islington North from 1983 to 2020. Corbyn is known for his left-wing politics and his strong advocacy for socialist and progressive policies, including nationalization of industries, increasing taxation for the wealthy, and reducing income inequality.
Corcoran refers to something or someone related to or originating from Ireland, particularly County Corcoran in Antrim. In the United States, Corcoran also refers to a surname of Irish origin, specifically meaning "curly-haired" or "wily". In the context of law, Corcoran can also refer to Joseph D. Corcoran, a prominent American lawyer known for his work in labor law. Additionally, Corcoran can be the name of multiple institutions and organizations, such as Corcoran School of the Arts and Design at George Washington University, or Corcoran Gallery of Art, a former art museum in Washington, D.C.
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Corcyra is an ancient Greek city, located on the island of Corfu, off the west coast of Greece. In ancient times, Corcyra was an important maritime power and a member of the ancient Greek city-state league, known as the Peloponnesian League.
Corcyrean refers to something related to or originating from the city of Corinth, either ancient or modern. "Corcyra" is the ancient Greek name for the city of Corinth, and the adjective "Corcyrean" is used to describe something that is associated with or characteristic of that city.
The Corcyreans referred to the ancient Greeks from the city-state of Corinth, specifically the inhabitants of the island of Corcyra, which is now known as Corfu. In ancient times, the Corcyreans were known for their seafaring skills, military prowess, and their famous philosopher, Empedocles.
Cordaitaceae is a now-extinct family of coniferous plants that belonged to the ancient group of plants known as the Cordaitales. They were large, tree-like plants that lived during the Carboniferous period, around 360-300 million years ago. They were characterized by their complex leaves and cones, and were likely similar to modern-day conifers, such as pines and spruces.
Cordaites is an extinct genus of coniferous plants that lived during the Carboniferous period, around 320-300 million years ago. It was characterized by its cord-like leaves and resinous wood. The genus is considered important in the evolution of modern conifers, as it represents a transitional form between ancient progymnosperms and modern conifers.
Cordial refers to warm, friendly, and hospitable in manner or tone. It can describe a relationship, behavior, or attitude that is characterized by kindness, generosity, and amity.
Cordarone is a brand name for the drug amiodarone, a medication used to treat abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias).
Cordate refers to a shape that resembles a heart, typically in a rounded or oval form. In botany, cordate leaves are those that have a stalk-like base and a cleft or indentation at the top, giving them a heart-shaped appearance.
Cordectomy is a rare and unusual medical procedure, specifically a type of laryngeal surgery, where a portion of the vocal cord is surgically removed. It is typically performed in cases where there is significant vocal cord damage or growth, such as in the presence of severe laryngeal cancer, where the tumor is inoperable, and the vocal cord must be removed to relieve symptoms like hoarseness, breathing difficulties, and progressive vocal cord paralysis.