Word: CORE
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Definition of CORE
- The central part of fruit, containing the kernels or seeds.
"the core of an apple or quince"
- The heart or inner part of a physical thing
- The center or inner part of a space or area
"the core of a square"
- To remove the core of an apple or other fruit.
- To extract a sample with a drill.
- A body of individuals; an assemblage.
- A miner's underground working time or shift.
- Various former units of volume, particularly:
- (machinery, marine) A deposit paid by the purchaser of a rebuilt part, to be refunded on return of a used, rebuildable part, or the returned rebuildable part itself.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
May trace back to the Latin prefix "com-" or "con-", meaning "together, with, or jointly".
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "core" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "core" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CORE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is CORE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in CORE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CORE:
- # the core effect
- # master of core
- # playing with core
- # in terms of core
Hook Words
Valid words formed by adding a letter to the start or end of CORE:
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Words Starting with C
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