robin hood

rob·in hood

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [rob-in hoo d]
- /ˈrɒb ɪn hʊd/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [rob-in hoo d]
- /ˈrɒb ɪn hʊd/

Definitions of robin hood words

noun robin hood John Bell, 1831–79, Confederate general in the U.S. Civil War. 1
noun robin hood Raymond Mathewson [math-yoo-suh n] /ˈmæθ yu sən/ (Show IPA), 1881–1934, U.S. architect. 1
noun robin hood Robin, Robin Hood. 1
noun robin hood Thomas, 1799–1845, English poet and humorist. 1
noun robin hood Mount, a volcanic peak in N Oregon, in the Cascade Range. 11,253 feet (3430 meters). 1
noun robin hood a legendary English outlaw of the reign of Richard I, who according to tradition lived in Sherwood Forest and robbed the rich to give to the poor 0

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Parts of speech for Robin hood

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robin hood popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 37% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 58% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for robin hood

adj robin hood

altruistic — If your behaviour or motives are altruistic, you show concern for the happiness and welfare of other people rather than for yourself.

noun robin hood

amoroso — (to be played) lovingly

All 3 Synonyms of robin hood