cordless

[ kawrd-lis ]

adjective

1. lacking a cord.
2. (of an electrical appliance) requiring no wire leading to an external source of electricity because of a self-contained, often rechargeable, power supply; battery-powered.

cordless

/ ˈkɔːdlɪs /

adjective

1. (of an electrical device) operated by an internal battery so that no connection to mains supply or other apparatus is needed

Word History and Origins

Origin of cordless¹

First recorded in 1905–10; cord + -less

Example Sentences

At Stockton, that usually begins around the second week of January, when participants use cordless drills to bore tiny holes into the trees and place metal taps into which the sap flows.

From Seattle Times

Derek Shaw, 68, of York, Pa., said he has an Android mobile phone, but prefers talking on his black cordless landline at home.

From New York Times

Corded, cordless or robot - which vacuum cleaners are 'the best thing since sliced bread'?

From BBC

The cordless phone on the patio table rang.

From Literature

She likes cordless, chargeable lights like the Zafferano line she carries, which offers configurations for bookshelves, cabinets and even the outdoors.

From Seattle Times