símþráðurinn
Símþráðurinn is an Icelandic term that translates to "telephone wire" or "phone cord." It most commonly refers to the physical cord that connects a landline telephone handset to its base or to the wall socket. These cords are typically made of coiled or straight plastic-coated wires, allowing for a degree of flexibility and distance between the handset and the main unit or wall.
Historically, símþráðurinn played a crucial role in telecommunications. Before the widespread adoption of mobile phones, landline
In contemporary usage, the term is becoming less frequent as landline phones are being replaced by mobile