Definitions

1. noun

A hollow in a rock or in the ground, especially one serving as a nesting place for birds

“The bird laid its eggs in a small cor in the cliff face.”

2. noun

A vessel or container, typically one with a narrow neck, used for holding or serving liquids

“The barista poured coffee from a cor into a cup.”

3. noun

A part of a rock, especially one that has been eroded into a rounded shape

“The beach was littered with weathered cor from the nearby cliffs.”

4. verb

To remove the outer layer of a stone or rock, typically using heat or chemicals

“The geologist corred the rock sample to examine its internal structure.”

5. verb

To remove the outer layer of a fruit or vegetable, typically using a sharp object

“The chef corred the apple to remove its skin.”