dory
5 synonyms for dory, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small, narrow boat with a flat bottom and pointed ends, traditionally used for fishing.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use dory
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fishing dory
John Dory
Etymology
Recorded in American English from 1709, possibly borrowed from an indigenous Central American or Caribbean language.
Full origin of dory →Frequently asked questions
What does “dory” mean?
The word “dory” means a small, narrow boat with a flat bottom and pointed ends, traditionally used for fishing. In plain terms, usually a small fishing boat, or (as "John Dory") a type of edible sea fish.
How do you pronounce “dory”?
“Dory” is pronounced DAW-ree (/ˈdɔːɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “dory” in a sentence?
Here is “dory” used in a sentence: “The fishermen rowed their dory out past the harbor wall at dawn.”
What part of speech is “dory”?
“Dory” is a noun.
Where does the word “dory” come from?
The word “dory” dates back to around 1709. Recorded in American English from 1709, possibly borrowed from an indigenous Central American or Caribbean language.
How many meanings does “dory” have?
“Dory” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small, narrow boat with a flat bottom and pointed ends, traditionally used for fishing.
