verb
Uncommon
Morse
MAWS
Morse (verb) means to send a message using Morse code, a system of dots and dashes representing letters. Example: “The operator morsed a distress signal as the ship began to list.”
verb
1
To send a message using Morse code, a system of dots and dashes representing letters.
"The operator morsed a distress signal as the ship began to list."
noun
1
A decorative clasp or fastening used at the front of a ceremonial cloak, especially in church vestments.
"The bishop's cope was fastened with a jeweled morse."
How to use Morse
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMost often refers to Morse code, the dot-and-dash communication system named after inventor Samuel Morse.
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Word forms
- Plural
- morses
- Third person singular
- Morses
- Past tense
- Morsed
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Etymology
From Middle French mors, from Latin morsus ("bite" or "clasp"), the same root behind words like "morsel."
Rhymes for Morse
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What does “Morse” mean?
The word “Morse” means to send a message using Morse code, a system of dots and dashes representing letters. In plain terms, most often refers to Morse code, the dot-and-dash communication system named after inventor Samuel Morse.
How do you pronounce “Morse”?
“Morse” is pronounced MAWS (/ˈmɔː(ɹ)s/ in IPA).
How do you use “Morse” in a sentence?
Here is “Morse” used in a sentence: “The operator morsed a distress signal as the ship began to list.”
What part of speech is “Morse”?
Depending on how it is used, “Morse” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “Morse” come from?
The word “Morse” comes from Latin. From Middle French mors, from Latin morsus ("bite" or "clasp"), the same root behind words like "morsel.".
Is “Morse” a common word?
“Morse” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Morse” have?
“Morse” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to send a message using Morse code, a system of dots and dashes representing letters.
