cordless
cordless — adjective
1. describes a tool or device that runs on a built-in battery instead of being plug
describes a tool or device that runs on a built-in battery instead of being plugged into a wall socket
Leila bought a cordless drill so she could fix shelves without searching for an outlet.
attributive use: cordless + tool noun
The cordless vacuum cleaner made it easy for Ravi to clean his car in the driveway.
Yusuf uses a cordless screwdriver for small jobs around the apartment.
Cordless headphones let Ines listen to music while jogging in the park.
The kitchen scales Aiko bought are cordless, so they sit neatly on the counter.
- battery-powered
focuses on the energy source rather than the absence of a cord
- wireless
broader meaning that can refer to data transmission via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, not just power
用法筆記
Used mainly with electrical and electronic devices that traditionally required a power cord. Does not describe items that simply lack a cord by nature (e.g., a book, a chair).