Cora
3 synonyms for Cora, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A member of the Cora, an Indigenous people of west-central Mexico.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Apparently brought up in English literature by James Fenimore Cooper in The Last of the Mohicans (1826), but compare a female heroine of this name in Jean-François Marmontel's Les Incas (1777) and the Ancient Greek epithet Κόρη (Kórē) for Περσεφόνη (Persephónē). It could also refer directly to κόρη (kórē, “maiden”).
Full origin of Cora →Frequently asked questions
What does “Cora” mean?
The word “Cora” means a member of the Cora, an Indigenous people of west-central Mexico. In plain terms, refers to a person belonging to the Cora Indigenous group of Mexico, or to their language.
How do you pronounce “Cora”?
“Cora” is pronounced KAW-ruh (/ˈkoɹə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cora” in a sentence?
Here is “Cora” used in a sentence: “The festival featured traditional dances performed by the Cora of Nayarit.”
What part of speech is “Cora”?
“Cora” is a noun.
Is “Cora” a common word?
“Cora” is an uncommon word in modern English.
