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Doon

//duːn// adj, adv, noun, prep

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    On a lower level than before; down. Geordie, not-comparable
Adverb
  1. 1
    Down. Geordie, not-comparable
Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative form of dun, an ancient or medieval fortification. alt-of, alternative
Preposition
  1. 1
    Down. Geordie, Scotland

    "This "impressive" 1893 James Miller railway terminus was, according to Canmore, "designed in a grand style in order to cope with the large volume of holidaymakers arriving from Glasgow to travel 'doon the water' at the height of the summer season"."

Etymology

Etymology 1

See down.

Etymology 2

See down.

Etymology 3

See down.

Etymology 4

See dun.

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