Moira

[ moi-ruh ]

/ ˈmɔɪ rə /

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Classical Mythology.

(often lowercase) (among ancient Greeks) a person's fate or destiny.

a female given name.

QUIZZES

Are you aware how often people swap around “their,” “there,” and “they’re”? Prove you have more than a fair grasp over these commonly confused words.

Question 1 of 7

Which one of these commonly confused words can act as an adverb or a pronoun?

From Greek moîra “part, portion of booty, one’s portion in life, division (of land, people), political party,” related to Greek méros “a part”

Smith attended both funerals as a cop and as the husband of Police Officer Moira Smith, who died on 9/11.
The Muslim Cop Killed by Terrorists|Michael Daly|January 9, 2015|DAILY BEAST
It belonged to Police Officer Moira Smith, who was last seen leading a bleeding civilian to safety from the South Tower.
A 9/11 Widow’s Perfect ‘Amazing Grace’ at the Ground Zero Museum|Michael Daly|May 16, 2014|DAILY BEAST
"Unfortunately, it's just not funny enough," summarized Moira Macdonald at The Seattle Times.
Is Kristen Wiig Still ‘Girl Most Likely’ to Succeed?|Kevin Fallon|July 22, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Moira Johnston and her breasts have become pseudo-celebrities in downtown Manhattan this summer.
Moira Johnston Goes Topless in N.Y.C. to Raise Awareness of the Right to a Bare Chest|Lizzie Crocker|July 29, 2012|DAILY BEAST

Moira Johnston takes her top off in New York City to draw attention to a state law sanctioning bared breasts in public.
Moira Johnston Goes Topless in N.Y.C. to Raise Awareness of the Right to a Bare Chest|Lizzie Crocker|July 29, 2012|DAILY BEAST
She doubtless represents the Moira or Fate, whose touch deprives him of life.
The Story of Perugia|Margaret Symonds
Moira alone remained close to Paul; his arm had encircled her where he sat.
Jimmy Quixote|Tom Gallon
"Patience says that it takes a woman to manage things," retorted Moira wisely.
Jimmy Quixote|Tom Gallon
I mean, of course, names other than Jimmy—and Moira—and the other child.
Jimmy Quixote|Tom Gallon
But most of all, they blossomed about Moira—for the sake, not only of the child, but of his dead love.
Jimmy Quixote|Tom Gallon