DOBBIN Definition & Meaning

dobbin

[ dob-in ]

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noun

a horse, especially a quiet, plodding horse for farm work or family use.
a drinking vessel of the 18th century holding a gill.

dobbin

/ ˈ��ɒ��ɪ�� /

noun

a name for a horse, esp a workhorse, often used in children's tales, etc
a trolley for moving loose wool in a woolshed or shearing shed

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of dobbin¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; alteration of Robin, diminutive or pet name of Robert

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of dobbin¹

C16: from Robin, pet form of Robert

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While Winnie monopolized Brigit, Ella went to her bedroom and opened her little red door to find the family's dirt dobbin perched on the canopy of her bed.

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Should some rough, unfeeling dobbin, In this iron-hearted age, Seize thee on thy nest, my Robin, And confine thee in a cage, Then, poor prisoner! think of me— Think, and sigh for liberty.

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"Jump, dobbin!" cried the officer of the boat.

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The meal was put in the wagon, the horse unhitched, the wagon mounted, the goad picked up and a thrust made, but dobbin was in no hurry.

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