moose
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/muːs/
large deer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'moose' originates from the Eastern Abenaki language, specifically the word 'mos', where 'mos' meant 'he strips off (the bark of trees)'.
Historical Evolution
'mos' was adopted into English as 'moose' in the early 17th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the animal known for stripping bark from trees, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a large deer with broad, flat antlers and a long face, native to North America and northern Eurasia.
The moose wandered through the forest, its antlers brushing against the trees.
Synonyms
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