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an expanse of open, often high land with peaty soil, typically covered with heather, bracken, and moss
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The hikers crossed the misty moor at dawn.
Sheep graze freely on the windswept moor.
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a North African Muslim of mixed Arab and Berber descent who converted to Islam in the 8th century and conquered Spain
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The Moors ruled parts of Spain for several centuries.
Architectural styles in Andalusia reflect Moor influence.
to moor
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meren, afmeren
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.
De matrozen werkten snel om de boot aan de kade vast te maken voordat de storm losbarstte.
They decided to moor their yacht in the marina overnight, ensuring it was securely fastened.
Ze besloten hun jacht 's nachts in de jachthaven te meren, ervoor zorgend dat het stevig vastzat.
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After several attempts, the boat finally moored successfully at the pier.
Na verschillende pogingen heeft de boot uiteindelijk succesvol gemeerd aan de pier.
As the sun set, they watched the sailboats moor in the calm waters of the harbor.
Toen de zon onderging, keken ze toe hoe de zeilboten meerden in de kalme wateren van de haven.
Lexicale Boom
moorage
moor
