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Dartmoor

DAHT-maw

Dartmoor (noun) means a hardy, compact breed of pony native to the moorland of Devon, England. Example: “The riding school kept two Dartmoor ponies for the younger children.”

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A hardy, compact breed of pony native to the moorland of Devon, England.
"The riding school kept two Dartmoor ponies for the younger children."
"Dartmoor ponies are tough enough to survive outdoors through the wettest English winters."

How to use Dartmoor

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA small, sturdy pony breed from the Dartmoor region of England.

Common pairings
a Dartmoor pony

Word forms

Dartmoors plural

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Etymology

Named after Dartmoor, the moorland and national park in Devon where the breed developed, itself named from the River Dart plus Old English "mōr" ("moor").

Origin: Old English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Dartmoor” mean?

The word “Dartmoor” means a hardy, compact breed of pony native to the moorland of Devon, England. In plain terms, a small, sturdy pony breed from the Dartmoor region of England.

How do you pronounce “Dartmoor”?

“Dartmoor” is pronounced DAHT-maw (/ˈdɑːtmɔː(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “Dartmoor” in a sentence?

Here is “Dartmoor” used in a sentence: “The riding school kept two Dartmoor ponies for the younger children.”

What part of speech is “Dartmoor”?

“Dartmoor” is a noun.

Where does the word “Dartmoor” come from?

The word “Dartmoor” comes from Old English. Named after Dartmoor, the moorland and national park in Devon where the breed developed, itself named from the River Dart plus Old English "mōr" ("moor").

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