02323 Corf (k?rrf), n.; pl. Corves (krvz). [Cf.LG. & D. korf basket, G. korb, fr. L. corbis.] 1. A basket.2. (Mining) (a) A large basket used in carrying or hoisting coal or ore. (b) A wooden frame, sled, or low-wheeled wagon, to convey coal or ore in the mines.
02324 Cor"nish (k?r"n?sh), a. Of or pertaining to Cornwall, in England.Cornish chough. See Chough. -- Cornish engine, a single-acting pumping engine, used in mines, in Cornwall and elsewhere, and for water works. A heavy pump rod or plunger, raised by the steam, forces up the water by its weight, in descending.
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