pull cord
A 'pull cord' is a versatile tool used to operate various mechanisms, from starting engines to signaling stops in public transport.
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Definition
B1Electrical Devices
(common)A string used to operate ceiling or wall-mounted electrical devices, such as light switches.
Example
- She pulled the cord to turn off the ceiling fan.
B2Motorized Equipment
(technical)A string used to start engines in small machines like lawnmowers or chainsaws.
Example
- He yanked the cord to start the lawnmower.
B1Transportation
(public)A string used by passengers to signal the driver to stop a bus or tram.
Example
- Passengers can pull the cord to request a stop.
A2Toys and Games
(informal)A string used to activate mechanisms or sounds in toys.
Example
- Pulling the cord made the doll sing a song.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "pull cord":
pull stringspull timetrip cordpull a leverbungee cordbell ropepull the plugpull throughpull outpulling the plugpull backpull downsystem pullpull in