Moss

/mɒs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small, non-flowering plant that grows in dense green clumps or mats, often in damp or shady locations.

The forest floor was covered in a thick layer of moss, giving it a lush appearance.

A type of plant that belongs to the division Bryophyta, characterized by small, leaf-like structures and a lack of true roots, stems, or leaves.

Mosses play a crucial role in preventing soil erosion by holding the soil together.

A soft, cushioning or spongy substance made from moss plants.

The gardener used moss to create a natural-looking bed around the base of the trees.

The term can also refer to a growth of moss on a surface.

The old stones in the garden were adorned with patches of moss, adding to the rustic charm.

Old English 'mos', from Proto-Germanic '*muskaz', related to similar words in other Germanic languages.

moss-covered:

Describing something as being overgrown or covered with moss.

moss grows on the north side:

An old saying implying that things are more shady or damp in one direction.

To be lazy or inactive.

He just sat in his chair all day, completely mossing out.

Term used to describe something that is unkempt or neglected.

That old car is looking really mossed over in the back yard.