dobbin
4 synonyms for dobbin, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An old, worn-out or slow-moving horse, especially a workhorse.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
farm horse
nag
How to use dobbin
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
old Dobbin
a faithful dobbin
Old-fashioned and rural in tone; rarely used outside of stories or jokes today.
Etymology
From Dobbin, a traditional common name given to workhorses in English-speaking farming communities.
Full origin of dobbin →Frequently asked questions
What does “dobbin” mean?
The word “dobbin” means an old, worn-out or slow-moving horse, especially a workhorse. In plain terms, an old-fashioned, slightly affectionate word for a plodding workhorse.
How do you pronounce “dobbin”?
“Dobbin” is pronounced DO-bihn (/ˈdɑbɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “dobbin” in a sentence?
Here is “dobbin” used in a sentence: “The farmer led old Dobbin back to the stable for the night.”
What part of speech is “dobbin”?
“Dobbin” is a noun.
How many meanings does “dobbin” have?
“Dobbin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an old, worn-out or slow-moving horse, especially a workhorse.
