Core

/kɔːr/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The central or most important part of something.

The core of the problem lies in communication issues.

The innermost or most essential part of an object.

The Earth's core is made up of iron and nickel.

A group of fans or supporters, particularly in sports.

The team's core supporters showed their loyalty by attending every match.

The seeds or heart of a fruit, especially when removed.

She discarded the core of the apple before eating it.

verb

To remove the core from a fruit.

I will core the pears before making the pie.

Middle English 'cor', from Old French 'coeur', from Latin 'cor', meaning 'heart'.

core values:

The fundamental beliefs or principles of a person or organization.

core curriculum:

The key courses or subjects required for a degree.

to the core:

In a very thorough or complete manner.

At the center of something important.

She was the core of our team.

Essential or fundamental.

Those skills are core to his success.