or Chord, an assemblage of several threads of hemp, cabled or twisted together by means of a wheel. See Cordage. The word comes from the Greek κορδόνι, which properly signifies an intestine or gut, of which cords may be made. See Chord.

Magical Cord, an instrument in great use among the Laplanders, and by them supposed to be endowed with a number of virtues. It is a cord or rope with three knots tied in it. They use many magical rites and ceremonies in the tying of this cord; and, when thus prepared, it is supposed to have power over the winds; and they will fall, by means of it, a good wind, or at least the promise of one, to a ship. If they untie only one of these knots, a moderate gale succeeds; if two, it is much stronger; and if three, a storm is sure to follow.