Tor
/tɔːr/noun
A high rock or a hill; often a rocky peak or a hilltop.
Did you know?In ancient times, 'Tors' were often seen as sacred places where the veil between worlds was thin, making them ideal for rituals and gatherings.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*tōraz
“a rocky hill or outcrop, often associated with strength and prominence.”
Old English
OE
tor
“a high rocky hill or a mountain.”
Middle English
ME
tor
“a rocky hill, often used in a poetic sense.”
Modern English
English
tor
“a geographical feature, specifically a rocky hill or peak.”
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