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cor
What does cor mean?
A Cockney exclamation of surprise, admiration or astonishment.
"Cor, that's a big 'un!"
Origin
A minced form of 'God', on its own or in 'cor blimey'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'cor' mean?
It's a Cockney exclamation expressing surprise, admiration or astonishment, like 'wow'.
Where does 'cor' come from?
It's a softened, minced form of 'God', used on its own or in the phrase 'cor blimey'.
How do you use 'cor'?
You put it at the start of a reaction, as in 'cor, that's a big one!'
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