corse

noun

ˈkȯrs

Synonyms of corse next

archaic

: corpse

Examples of corse in a Sentence

would have to inter the corse of many a fallen comrade before the war's end

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Etymology

Middle English cors, from Anglo-French

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of corse was in the 13th century

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corse

noun

ˈkȯ(ə)rs

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: corpse

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