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dobbin

American  
[dob-in] / ˈdɒb ɪn /

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 British  
/ 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

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Etymology

Origin of dobbin

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

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