: having no cord
especially
: powered by a battery
a cordless telephone
cordless
noun
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This cordless hand vacuum tackles messes on furniture, in the car, and all kinds of nooks and crannies thanks to its lightweight, compact design, extra-large dust cup capacity, and accessories like a crevice tool, scrubbing brush, and a self-cleaning pet power brush.
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Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
The cordless cleaning gadget has powerful suction that cleans hardwood floors and carpets with ease.
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Madeline Merinuk,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
Its 55 air watts of suction is far less than most cordless models, but is more than enough for hard floors.
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The Week Uk,
TheWeek,
14 May 2026
This cordless lamp checks all the boxes with its sculptural silhouette, bold shades, and soft curves.
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Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 May 2026
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Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
25 June 2026
The cordless cleaning gadget has powerful suction that cleans hardwood floors and carpets with ease.
—
Madeline Merinuk,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
Its 55 air watts of suction is far less than most cordless models, but is more than enough for hard floors.
—
The Week Uk,
TheWeek,
14 May 2026
This cordless lamp checks all the boxes with its sculptural silhouette, bold shades, and soft curves.
—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 May 2026
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“Cordless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cordless. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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cordless
adjective
cord·less
ˈkȯrd-ləs 
: having no cord
especially
: powered by a battery
a cordless telephone
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