(chemistry) The energy level of the electrons (core electrons) occupying the completely filled shells under the valence shell.

(archaeology) The roughly biconical remains of a piece of worked flint(1) from which all possible blades have been struck.

Alternative form of softcore

Alternative form of hardcore

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see outer, core. / (planetology) The hot liquid material found near the centre of some planets, distinct from the solid inner core.

plural of core eudicot

(botany) A plant or taxonomic grouping that is within the clade core eudicots.

(metalworking) A projecting piece on a pattern which forms, in the mould, an impression for holding in place or steadying a core.

plural of core lane

(computing, networking) A high-capacity switch usually at the core or backbone of a computer network, aggregating network traffic to the Internet or a WAN.