|
The physical central part of something
“The Earth has an iron core surrounded by a dense layer called the mantle.”
The part of something that is central to its existence or character
“The strength of her faith in the power of love is the core of Malick's difficult, discursive epic.”
The central aspect of something an argument or consideration
“The core of his argument is that judicial decisions must be both just and in conformity with the law.”
One's deepest thoughts and emotions
“I knew, deep in my core, that she would not return my call.”
The main or greater part of something
“Despite the damage it had sustained, the core of the car was still intact and could be used for spare parts.”
A tiny sample of organic material
“A small core of tissue is taken out in the needle during a biopsy.”
A thing on which something else is based or depends
A flat base or foundation on which something rests or is supported
A group or team of people working closely together
An essential supporting structure of a building, vehicle, or object
Stripped down to essential elements
The muscles located in the midsection of the body
(computing) The core engine of a computer system
The main woody stem of a tree as distinct from its branches and roots
The best or most desirable among a category, kind or class
A small group forming a nucleus of political activity, typically a secret, subversive one
A good or beneficial quality or attribute of a person or thing
Essential or serving as the foundation of something
“The core purpose of this food processor is to blend edible substances.”
Significant in degree of importance or urgency
Used or accepted broadly rather than by small portions of a population or market
Relating to or having a theme or topic
Of, or situated on, the inside
Related Words and Phrases
|
