moor
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for moor, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A wide stretch of open, often hilly land covered in heather and rough grass, with poor, boggy soil.
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.
tie up
moorland
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A wide stretch of open, often hilly land covered in heather and rough grass, with poor, boggy soil.
“They hiked across the misty moor for hours.”
Opposites
How to use moor
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a bleak moor
moor a boat
moor a ship
Etymology
From Old English mōr, related to Dutch moer and German Moor, all meaning boggy upland.
Full origin of moor →Frequently asked questions
What does “moor” mean?
The word “moor” means a wide stretch of open, often hilly land covered in heather and rough grass, with poor, boggy soil. In plain terms, either a stretch of wild, boggy heathland, or to tie a boat securely in place.
How do you pronounce “moor”?
“Moor” is pronounced moor (/mʊə/ in IPA).
How do you use “moor” in a sentence?
Here is “moor” used in a sentence: “They hiked across the misty moor for hours.”
What is the opposite of “moor”?
The opposite of “moor” — its antonyms — is unmoor.
What part of speech is “moor”?
Depending on how it is used, “moor” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “moor” come from?
The word “moor” comes from Old English. From Old English mōr, related to Dutch moer and German Moor, all meaning boggy upland.
Is “moor” a common word?
“Moor” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
How many meanings does “moor” have?
“Moor” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a wide stretch of open, often hilly land covered in heather and rough grass, with poor, boggy soil.
