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mosses

|mos-ses|

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🇺🇸

/ˈmɔːsɪz/

🇬🇧

/ˈmɒsɪz/

(moss)

small green plant

Base FormPlural
mossmosses
Etymology
Etymology Information

'moss' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'mos,' where it meant 'bog' or 'swamp.'

Historical Evolution

'mos' changed from Old English word 'mos' and eventually became the modern English word 'moss.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'bog' or 'swamp,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small flowerless green plant.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

plural form of 'moss'.

The forest floor was covered in various types of mosses.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/03 05:25