English

Noun

extension cord ‎(plural extension cords)

1. (electronics) An electrical cord with a plug one end, and a single socket or a multi-port socket at the other end, used for powering one or more devices at a distance, too far from the wall outlet to be reached by the normal cords of the device or devices.

Synonyms

• trip cord (slang)
• extension
• power extender
• drop cord
• extension lead

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See also

• power board, powerboard
• power strip