(a) The core (of an apple); the heart (of an onion); sparen neither appel ne colk, to do all one can, go as quickly as possible; (b) the center or bottom (of the heart).
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(a) To scratch (sth.); esp., scrape with claws or fingernails; -- also without object; (b) to scratch oneself to relieve itching; scrape (sth.) lightly with claws or nails; (c) to comb (cloth) to make……