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moors

[mɔːz]

moors Definition

  • 1a tract of open uncultivated upland, typically covered with heather.
  • 2a member of a northwestern African Muslim people of mixed Berber and Arab descent.
  • 3a historical term for a Muslim during the Crusades, especially in Spain.

Using moors: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "moors" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The moors are a beautiful sight in the early morning light.

  • Example

    The novel is set on the Yorkshire moors.

  • Example

    The moors were once used for grazing sheep.

  • Example

    The moors stretch for miles in all directions.

moors Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for moors

Phrases with moors

  • in the area of open uncultivated upland covered with heather

    Example

    They went for a walk on the moors.

  • a historical term for a Muslim during the Crusades, especially in Spain

    Example

    The Moors ruled Spain for centuries.

  • a style of architecture characterized by horseshoe arches, domes, and decorative tilework, developed by the Moors in Spain

    Example

    The Alhambra is a famous example of Moorish architecture.

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Summary: moors in Brief

'Moors' [mɔːz] refers to open uncultivated upland covered with heather. It can also refer to a member of a northwestern African Muslim people of mixed Berber and Arab descent or a historical term for a Muslim during the Crusades, especially in Spain. Examples include 'The moors are a beautiful sight in the early morning light.' and 'The novel is set on the Yorkshire moors.'