Homographs (same spelling, different pronunciation and meaning):
* cord (pronounced "kord") - a rope or string, often made of twisted fibers.
* cord (pronounced "kord") - a unit of measurement for firewood, typically a stack of wood that is four feet long, four feet wide, and four feet high.
* cord (pronounced "kord") - a part of the body, like the spinal cord or vocal cords.
* cord (pronounced "kord") - a ribbed fabric, often used for clothing.
Homophones (same pronunciation, different spelling and meaning):
* cored (pronounced "kord") - past participle of the verb "to core," meaning to remove the core of something.
* chord (pronounced "kord") - a combination of musical notes played simultaneously.
Other related words:
* corduroy (pronounced "kor-duh-roy") - a fabric with a raised, ribbed surface.
It's important to understand the context to determine the correct meaning of "cords."