Doon
//duːn// adj, adv, noun, prep
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Definitions
Noun
- 1 Alternative form of dun, an ancient or medieval fortification. alt-of, alternative
Adjective
- 1 On a lower level than before; down. Geordie, not-comparable
Adverb
- 1 Down. Geordie, not-comparable
Preposition
- 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"."
Example
More examples"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 dun.
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