moor
moor
mʊr
moor
British pronunciation
/mˈɔː/

Définition et signification de « moor » en anglais

Moor
01

an expanse of open, often high land with peaty soil, typically covered with heather, bracken, and moss

example
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The hikers crossed the misty moor at dawn.
Sheep graze freely on the windswept moor.
02

a North African Muslim of mixed Arab and Berber descent who converted to Islam in the 8th century and conquered Spain

example
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The Moors ruled parts of Spain for several centuries.
Architectural styles in Andalusia reflect Moor influence.
to moor
01

amarrer, mouiller

to secure a boat by means of cables or anchors in a particular place
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The sailors worked quickly to moor the boat to the dock before the storm hit.
Les marins ont travaillé rapidement pour amarrer le bateau au quai avant que la tempête n'arrive.
They decided to moor their yacht in the marina overnight, ensuring it was securely fastened.
Ils ont décidé d'amarrer leur yacht dans la marina pour la nuit, en s'assurant qu'il était solidement attaché.
02

amarrer, mouiller

(of a boat or ship) to stop in a designated area, typically using a mooring buoy or dock
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After several attempts, the boat finally moored successfully at the pier.
Après plusieurs tentatives, le bateau a finalement amarré avec succès au quai.
As the sun set, they watched the sailboats moor in the calm waters of the harbor.
Alors que le soleil se couchait, ils regardaient les voiliers amarrer dans les eaux calmes du port.
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