corf

English

/kɔːf/, /kɔɹf/

noun
Definitions
  • (mining) A large basket, especially as used for coal.
  • A container (basket, wooden box with holes etc.) used to store live fish underwater.
  • (mining) A wooden frame, sled, or low-wheeled wagon, to convey coal or ore in the mines.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English corf derived from Middle Low German korf derived from Middle Dutch korf derived from *korb, *korb.

Origin

*korb

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