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Timburr is most likely a corruption of the word ''timber'', in reference to the object which it can be seen holding. Additionally, it may also incorporate the term ''burly'', referencing its strength. | Timburr is most likely a corruption of the word ''timber'', in reference to the object which it can be seen holding. Additionally, it may also incorporate the term ''burly'', referencing its strength. | ||
Its Japanese name, Dokkorā, seems to be derived from the Greek word Δοκάρι '' | Its Japanese name, Dokkorā, seems to be derived from the Greek word Δοκάρι ''Dokári'', meaning timber. It may also be a combination of dokkoi (heave-ho) and kora (hey, you!). | ||
==In other languages== | ==In other languages== | ||