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

(Scots) A moor — an open area of rough, uncultivated land.

"They walked for miles across the muir."

"Sheep grazed freely on the muir."

name

A surname of Scottish origin.

"John Muir was a famous naturalist and conservationist."

How to use muir

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA Scots word for moorland, and also a common Scottish surname.

Word forms

muirs 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.