foss
What is another word for foss? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A waterfall (used especially in place names and dialect, particularly in northern England).
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Etymology
From Old Norse fors ("waterfall"), by way of Icelandic or Norwegian.
Full origin of foss →Frequently asked questions
What does “foss” mean?
The word “foss” means a waterfall (used especially in place names and dialect, particularly in northern England). In plain terms, an old or regional word for a waterfall, often surviving today in place names.
How do you pronounce “foss”?
“Foss” is pronounced faws (/fɔs/ in IPA).
How do you use “foss” in a sentence?
Here is “foss” used in a sentence: “The hikers stopped to admire the foss cascading over the rocks.”
What part of speech is “foss”?
“Foss” is a noun.
Where does the word “foss” come from?
The word “foss” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse fors ("waterfall"), by way of Icelandic or Norwegian.
