chord1

 
Pronunciation: /kɔːd/

noun

  • a group of (typically three or more) notes sounded together, as a basis of harmony: the triumphal opening chords a G major chord

verb

[no object] (usually as noun chording)
  • play, sing, or arrange notes in chords: his chording makes an exhilarating accompaniment to the melody

Derivatives

chordal

adjective

Origin:

Middle English cord, from accord. The spelling change in the 18th century was due to confusion with chord2. The original sense was 'agreement, reconciliation', later 'a musical concord or harmonious sound'; the current sense dates from the mid 18th century

See chord2 (usage)

Do not confuse chord with cord. Chord means 'a group of musical notes' ( a G major chord), whereas cord means 'thin string or rope' or 'a part of the body like a string or rope' ( the spinal cord).