cork
7 synonyms and 1 antonym for cork, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The light, spongy bark of the cork oak, used to make bottle stoppers, flooring, and insulation.
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
The light, spongy bark of the cork oak, used to make bottle stoppers, flooring, and insulation.
“The bulletin board was made from a sheet of cork.”
2. verb
To seal a bottle with a cork.
“She corked the wine and put it back in the fridge.”
Opposites
uncork
How to use cork
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
cork stopper
cork board
pop the cork
Etymology
From Middle Dutch "curc," probably from Spanish "corcho." A doublet of "cortex."
Full origin of cork →Frequently asked questions
What does “cork” mean?
The word “cork” means the light, spongy bark of the cork oak, used to make bottle stoppers, flooring, and insulation. In plain terms, bark-based material used for bottle stoppers and other uses, or the Irish city/county of the same name.
How do you pronounce “cork”?
“Cork” is pronounced kawk (/kɔɹk/ in IPA).
How do you use “cork” in a sentence?
Here is “cork” used in a sentence: “The bulletin board was made from a sheet of cork.”
What part of speech is “cork”?
Depending on how it is used, “cork” can be a noun, a verb and a name.
Where does the word “cork” come from?
The word “cork” comes from Dutch. From Middle Dutch "curc," probably from Spanish "corcho." A doublet of "cortex.".
Is “cork” a common word?
“Cork” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “cork” have?
“Cork” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the light, spongy bark of the cork oak, used to make bottle stoppers, flooring, and insulation.
What is the difference between cork and a cork?
Cork, uncapitalized, refers to the light, spongy bark of the cork oak or a stopper made from that material, or to the act of sealing a bottle with one. Cork with a capital letter refers to a city and county in the south of Ireland.
What is cork made from?
Cork is made from the bark of the cork oak tree. Its light, spongy texture makes it useful for bottle stoppers, flooring, and insulation.
Can cork be used as a verb?
Yes, to cork means to seal a bottle with a cork, as in corking a wine bottle after it has been opened or filled.
