noun
dor
DAW
Dor (noun) means a large European dung beetle known for the droning hum it makes while flying. Example: “A dor buzzed past the campfire just after dusk.”
noun
1
A large European dung beetle known for the droning hum it makes while flying.
"A dor buzzed past the campfire just after dusk."
2
Any loudly humming flying insect, such as a June bug or bumblebee.
"The garden was full of dors on the warm evening air."
How to use dor
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn old-fashioned word for a large, loudly buzzing beetle or insect.
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Word forms
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Etymology
From Old English dora ("humming insect"), related to the word "drone," which also originally meant a buzzing insect.
Frequently asked questions
What does “dor” mean?
The word “dor” means a large European dung beetle known for the droning hum it makes while flying. In plain terms, an old-fashioned word for a large, loudly buzzing beetle or insect.
How do you pronounce “dor”?
“Dor” is pronounced DAW (/ˈdɔː(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “dor” in a sentence?
Here is “dor” used in a sentence: “A dor buzzed past the campfire just after dusk.”
What part of speech is “dor”?
“Dor” is a noun.
Where does the word “dor” come from?
The word “dor” comes from Old English. From Old English dora ("humming insect"), related to the word "drone," which also originally meant a buzzing insect.
How many meanings does “dor” have?
“Dor” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large European dung beetle known for the droning hum it makes while flying.
