cosmoses

noun

plural of cosmos
as in universes
the whole body of things observed or assumed an essay that ponders the place of humankind in the vast cosmos

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  1. universes
  2. worlds
Noun
  • And the cast has blown up to the point where Marvel is now bringing in folks from other superhero universes.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The Odyssey tweaks Homer’s classic story into a moodier version of the swords-and-sandals epic—and represents a rare swerve away from tired sequels, cheap remakes, and creaky cinematic universes.
    — David Sims, The Atlantic, 23 July 2026
Definition of universes
Noun
  • These findings suggest further research of these moons might give researchers an unprecedented look at the innards of icy worlds.
    — Charles Q. Choi, Space.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • If tablet and laptop are to draw closer, balancing the two approaches in a single app could be the worst of both worlds.
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of worlds
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