noun
boor
boor
Boor (noun) means a rude, ill-mannered person. Example: “He acted like a boor at the dinner party, interrupting everyone.”
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A rude, ill-mannered person.
"He acted like a boor at the dinner party, interrupting everyone."
How to use boor
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone whose manners are crude or rough.
Common mistake
Don't confuse with "Boer" (a South African of Dutch descent) or "boar" (a wild pig) — all pronounced similarly.
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Word forms
- Plural
- boors
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Etymology
From Dutch boer, "peasant" or "farmer" — the same root as "Boer" and "bauer" — which shifted over time to mean someone lacking refined manners.
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What does “boor” mean?
The word “boor” means a rude, ill-mannered person. In plain terms, someone whose manners are crude or rough.
How do you pronounce “boor”?
“Boor” is pronounced boor (/bʊɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “boor” in a sentence?
Here is “boor” used in a sentence: “He acted like a boor at the dinner party, interrupting everyone.”
What part of speech is “boor”?
“Boor” is a noun.
Where does the word “boor” come from?
The word “boor” comes from Dutch. From Dutch boer, "peasant" or "farmer" — the same root as "Boer" and "bauer" — which shifted over time to mean someone lacking refined manners.
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