noun
Uncommon
cosmos
KOZ-mos
Cosmos (noun) means the universe seen as an ordered, unified whole. Example: “Astronomers are still uncovering how vast and strange the cosmos really is.”
noun
1
The universe seen as an ordered, unified whole.
"Astronomers are still uncovering how vast and strange the cosmos really is."
2
A garden plant with brightly colored, daisy-like flowers and feathery leaves.
"She planted a row of pink and white cosmos along the fence."
How to use cosmos
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA grand word for the universe, or the name of a common flowering garden plant.
Common pairings
vast cosmos
the mysteries of the cosmos
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Word forms
- Plural
- cosmoses, cosmoi
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Etymology
From Greek kosmos, meaning both "order" and "the universe" — the Greeks saw the universe itself as a supreme example of order.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “cosmos” mean?
The word “cosmos” means the universe seen as an ordered, unified whole. In plain terms, a grand word for the universe, or the name of a common flowering garden plant.
How do you pronounce “cosmos”?
“Cosmos” is pronounced KOZ-mos (/ˈkɑzməs/ in IPA).
How do you use “cosmos” in a sentence?
Here is “cosmos” used in a sentence: “Astronomers are still uncovering how vast and strange the cosmos really is.”
What part of speech is “cosmos”?
“Cosmos” is a noun.
Where does the word “cosmos” come from?
The word “cosmos” comes from Greek. From Greek kosmos, meaning both "order" and "the universe" — the Greeks saw the universe itself as a supreme example of order.
Is “cosmos” a common word?
“Cosmos” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “cosmos” have?
“Cosmos” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the universe seen as an ordered, unified whole.
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