Advertisement

Advertisement

dobbin

[ dob-in ]

noun

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


dobbin

/ ˈdɒbɪn /

noun

  1. a name for a horse, esp a workhorse, often used in children's tales, etc
  2. a trolley for moving loose wool in a woolshed or shearing shed
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of dobbin1

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of dobbin1

C16: from Robin, pet form of Robert
Discover More

Example Sentences

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.

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.

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

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.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement