Pronunciation: /mʊər/
noun a tract of open, peaty, wasteland, often overgrown with heath, common in high latitudes and altitudes where drainage is poor; heath
A1 The sheep graze on the moor.
A2 The hikers enjoyed the beautiful views of the moor.
B1 The moor is known for its rugged terrain and wild beauty.
B2 Many rare bird species can be found nesting on the moor.
C1 Conservation efforts are underway to protect the fragile ecosystem of the moor.
C2 The ancient ruins on the moor are a testament to its long history.
verb to secure a boat by attaching it to a fixed object or tying it up
A1 The farmer moors his boat at the dock every evening.
A2 She moored her bike to the lamp post before going into the store.
B1 The sailor moored the ship to the pier with thick ropes.
B2 The captain expertly moored the yacht in the marina despite the strong winds.
C1 The pilot moored the plane on the tarmac after a long flight.
C2 The crew carefully moored the submarine to the underwater docking station.
formal The moor was vast and desolate, stretching as far as the eye could see.
informal Let's take a hike on the moor this weekend, it's so peaceful out there.
slang I heard some kids were partying on the moor last night, it's a popular spot for that.
figurative His mind was like a dark and foggy moor, filled with uncertainty and confusion.
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