Cork: meaning, definitions and examples

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cork

 

[ kษ”หk ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

material

A material made from the bark of the cork oak tree, used for bottle stoppers, insulation, and other products.

Examples of usage

  • Cork is commonly used as a bottle stopper for wine bottles.
  • The thermal insulation properties of cork make it a popular choice for flooring.
  • Cork is also used in bulletin boards and coasters.
Context #2 | Noun

city

A city in Ireland.

Examples of usage

  • Cork is the second largest city in Ireland, after Dublin.
  • The University College Cork is a prestigious institution in the city.
Context #3 | Verb

stop

To close or seal a bottle with a cork.

Examples of usage

  • Don't forget to cork the wine bottle after you're done pouring.

Translations

Translations of the word "cork" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rolha

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅ‰เคฐเฅเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kork

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gabus

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพั€ะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ korek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ณใƒซใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bouchon

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ corcho

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mantar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฝ”๋ฅดํฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูู„ูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ korek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kork

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฝฏๆœจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pluta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tappi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั‹า“ั‹ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒฅแƒแƒฆแƒแƒšแƒ“แƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tฤฑxac

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ corcho

Etymology

The word 'cork' has origins in the Latin word 'cortex' meaning bark. Cork has been used for various purposes for centuries, with its natural properties making it ideal for insulation and sealing. The city of Cork in Ireland gets its name from the Irish word 'corcach' which means marsh. The city has a rich history and is known for its cultural heritage and vibrant atmosphere.

See also: corkscrew.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,555, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.