Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pull-cord
noun
/pʊl kɔrd/
Definition
A cord used to operate a mechanism, especially to start or activate something by pulling it.
Examples
- He started the lawn mower by yanking the pull-cord.
- The toy works by pulling the cord to wind it up.
- In a power outage, the pull-cord flashlight was a lifesaver.
Meaning
A pull-cord is a length of string or rope that is designed to be pulled to perform a function, commonly found in devices like lawn mowers, illuminating lamps, or toys.
Synonyms
- trigger
- cord
- rope
