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/kɔrk/
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/kɔːk/
bark material
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cork' originates from the Spanish word 'corcho', which comes from the Latin 'cortex', meaning 'bark'.
Historical Evolution
'corcho' transformed into the Old French word 'cork', and eventually became the modern English word 'cork'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'bark of a tree', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'material used for sealing bottles'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a buoyant material obtained from the outer layer of the bark of the cork oak, used especially for bottle stoppers and insulation.
The wine bottle was sealed with a cork.
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Last updated: 2025/07/02 12:21