noun
dotterel
Dotterel (noun) means a foolish, easily deceived person, especially an older one whose faculties have declined.
noun
1
A foolish, easily deceived person, especially an older one whose faculties have declined.
2
A small bird with brown and black feathers that belongs to the plover family.
3
Any of several small Australasian birds that look similar to this bird.
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Etymology
Dates from the 15th century, formed from dote (“to be foolish; senile”) and -rel (“pejorative suffix”). The bird carries this name because it is easy to catch.
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What is the meaning of dotterel?
"dotterel" (noun) means a foolish, easily deceived person, especially an older one whose faculties have declined.
What is another word for dotterel?
Other words for "dotterel" include dotrel.
What are the different meanings of dotterel?
"dotterel" has 3 main meanings: 1. A foolish, easily deceived person, especially an older one whose faculties have declined; 2. A small bird with brown and black feathers that belongs to the plover family; 3. Any of several small Australasian birds that look similar to this bird.
