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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.”

noun

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 notes

In 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."

Word forms

Dodds plural, dodds plural

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Etymology

Origin uncertain; possibly related to an Old English personal name or a Proto-Germanic root meaning "rounded."

Origin: Old English

Rhymes for Dodd

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Frequently asked questions

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.