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corse

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Definition of corse

archaic
: corpse
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Examples of corse in a Sentence

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

First Known Use of corse

13th century, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for corse

Middle English cors, from Anglo-French

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

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“Corse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corse. Accessed 8 Aug. 2022.

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