Dartmoor
Americannoun
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a rocky plateau in SW England, in Devonshire. About 20 miles (30 km) long.
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a prison on this plateau.
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one of an English breed of sheep having coarse, long wool.
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one of an English breed of pony originating in Devon, noted for sure-footedness and longevity.
noun
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a moorland plateau in SW England, in SW Devon: a national park since 1951. Area: 945 sq km (365 sq miles)
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a prison in SW England, on Dartmoor: England's main prison for long-term convicts
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a small strong breed of pony, originally from Dartmoor
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a hardy coarse-woolled breed of sheep originally from Dartmoor
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