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Gor

Gor

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A fictional planet that is the setting for a series of science fiction and fantasy novels
  • proper noun
  • /ɡɔr/
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: Gor
  • Readers of John Norman's series are captivated by the unique culture of the planet Gor.

Examples

  • Now, of course, I haven't the luxury of time-traveling, like Mr. Gor-T, but I'll hazard a prediction anyway.

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  • In the Gor novels, the characters often explore a vast and dangerous landscape.

  • The planet Gor is known for its harsh environments and complex societal structures.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Gor is the name of a made-up planet in John Norman's science-fiction and fantasy books, and the author chose a short, hard name to make the world feel strange and powerful. That's why Gor now refers to that specific fictional world in the novels.