The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word CORF
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What does CORF mean?
CORF noun- A large basket, especially as used for coal.
- A container (basket, wooden box with holes etc.) used to store live fish underwater.
- A wooden frame, sled, or low-wheeled wagon, to convey coal or ore in the mines.