cos
mos
Plural
cosmoses
1
the universe, particularly when it is thought of as a systematic whole
- The study of the cosmos encompasses the exploration of galaxies, stars, and planets.
- Ancient civilizations developed myths and legends to explain the mysteries of the cosmos.
- Astronomers use telescopes to observe distant phenomena in the cosmos.
- Theoretical physicists investigate the fundamental laws governing the cosmos.
- Understanding the cosmos requires interdisciplinary collaboration across astronomy, cosmology, and physics.
2
any of several annual flowering plants of the genus Cosmos, native mostly to Mexico, with radiate flower heads in various colors and pinnate leaves
- The garden was full of pink and orange cosmos in the autumn.
- She planted cosmos along the border of the flowerbed.
- Cosmos are easy to grow from seed and attract pollinators.
- The florist included white cosmos in the bouquet.
- Cosmos bloom profusely until the first frost.
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