Dorset
What is another word for Dorset? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Name — A county in south-west England, on the English Channel coast.
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Etymology
From the county town of Dorchester, via Old English Dornsǣte, Dorsǣte, reduced from Durnovaria + -sǣte ("people, dwellers").
Full origin of Dorset →Frequently asked questions
What does “Dorset” mean?
The word “Dorset” means a county in south-west England, on the English Channel coast.
How do you pronounce “Dorset”?
“Dorset” is pronounced DAW-siht (/ˈdɔː.sɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “Dorset” in a sentence?
Here is “Dorset” used in a sentence: “They rented a cottage on the Dorset coast for the summer.”
What part of speech is “Dorset”?
“Dorset” is a name.
Where does the word “Dorset” come from?
The word “Dorset” comes from Old English. From the county town of Dorchester, via Old English Dornsǣte, Dorsǣte, reduced from Durnovaria + -sǣte ("people, dwellers").
Is “Dorset” a common word?
“Dorset” is an uncommon word in modern English.
