moss
1moss
noun \ˈmȯs\Definition of MOSS
2
a : any of a class (Musci) of bryophytic plants characterized by a gametophyte having a small leafy often tufted stem bearing sex organs at its tip; also : a clump or sward of these plants b : any of various plants resembling moss in appearance or habit of growth
3
: a mossy covering
— moss·like \-ˌlīk\ adjective
Examples of MOSS
- Moss covered the fallen logs.
Origin of MOSS
Middle English, from Old English mos; akin to Old High German mos moss, Latin muscus
First Known Use: before 12th century
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