moored

American

[moord] / mʊərd /

adjective

(of a ship, boat, dirigible, buoy, etc.) secured in a particular place, as by ropes, cables, or anchors.

We relaxed on the dock at night, staring at the stars and listening to the ocean lapping against the moored boats.

verb

the simple past tense and past participle of moor.

Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

unmoored

adjective

Etymology

Origin of moored

First recorded in 1595–1605; moor ² + -ed ² ( def. ) for the adjective; moor ² + -ed ¹ ( def. ) for the verb

Example Sentences

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“Psychologically, I’m moored somewhere. This place is my anchor.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

The futures contracts aren’t moored to any underlying equity stake in the company.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

Polanski has been under pressure to explain whether the houseboat, moored at a marina in east London, had been his primary residence.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

High winds have kept ferries moored in ports, with Greek media reporting some departures may resume on Thursday, weather permitting.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Enough so I can find my way, weaving through the boats moored in the harbor.

From "The Young Man and the Sea" by Rodman Philbrick

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