coreissue

noun
UK /ˈkɔːr ˈɪʃuː/
US /ˈkɔːr ˈɪʃuː/

The main problem that really needs to be fixed.

The core issue is that the team does not have enough time.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The most important topic being discussed.

Let's get back to the core issue of the meeting.

3. The basic reason something is wrong.

Poor communication was the core issue behind the mistake.

4. The central point of a disagreement.

They argued for hours but never touched the core issue.