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Dodd
Dodd (noun) means In northern English dialect, a rounded hilltop or a lower summit jutting from a larger hill. Example: “They hiked up to the dodd for a view over the valley.”
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In northern English dialect, a rounded hilltop or a lower summit jutting from a larger hill.
"They hiked up to the dodd for a view over the valley."
How to use Dodd
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA rounded hill or lesser peak, a term used mainly in northern England (e.g., the Lake District).
When to use it
Regional dialect/geographic term, common in place names like "Great Dodd."
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Etymology
Origin uncertain; possibly related to an Old English personal name or a Proto-Germanic root meaning "rounded."
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What does “Dodd” mean?
The word “Dodd” means in northern English dialect, a rounded hilltop or a lower summit jutting from a larger hill. In plain terms, a rounded hill or lesser peak, a term used mainly in northern England (e.g., the Lake District).
How do you use “Dodd” in a sentence?
Here is “Dodd” used in a sentence: “They hiked up to the dodd for a view over the valley.”
What part of speech is “Dodd”?
“Dodd” is a noun.
Where does the word “Dodd” come from?
The word “Dodd” comes from Old English. Origin uncertain; possibly related to an Old English personal name or a Proto-Germanic root meaning "rounded.".
Is “Dodd” a common word?
“Dodd” is an uncommon word in modern English.
