noun
Uncommon
muir
myoor
Muir (noun) means (Scots) A moor — an open area of rough, uncultivated land. Example: “They walked for miles across the muir.”
noun
1
(Scots) A moor — an open area of rough, uncultivated land.
"They walked for miles across the muir."
"Sheep grazed freely on the muir."
name
1
A surname of Scottish origin.
"John Muir was a famous naturalist and conservationist."
How to use muir
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA Scots word for moorland, and also a common Scottish surname.
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Word forms
- Plural
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Etymology
From Scots muir, meaning "moor."
Frequently asked questions
What does “muir” mean?
The word “muir” means (Scots) A moor — an open area of rough, uncultivated land. In plain terms, a Scots word for moorland, and also a common Scottish surname.
How do you pronounce “muir”?
“Muir” is pronounced myoor (/mɪɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “muir” in a sentence?
Here is “muir” used in a sentence: “They walked for miles across the muir.”
What part of speech is “muir”?
Depending on how it is used, “muir” can be a noun and a name.
Is “muir” a common word?
“Muir” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “muir” have?
“Muir” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: (Scots) A moor — an open area of rough, uncultivated land.
