What does CORED mean?

Cored

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To remove the core or central part of something, such as an apple or a pineapple.

Pronunciation (US): /kɔrd/

Pronunciation (UK): /kɔːd/

Origin and Usage: The word "cored" comes from the verb "core," which originated in the 15th century and meant "to take out the core or central part of something." The word "core" comes from the Old French word "cor," meaning "heart." The word "cored" is commonly used in cooking and food preparation, particularly when preparing fruits such as apples or pineapples.

Synonyms: De-stemmed, pitted, gutted, seeded, hulled.

Related Words: Coder, cored, credo, decor, force.

Example Sentences:

• She cored the apple and cut it into slices for the pie.
• He used a special tool to core the pineapple for the fruit salad.
• The recipe called for cored and sliced pears.