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moss

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/mɔs/ · moss

A small, simple green plant that grows in damp places, often forming a carpet-like covering.

Meanings

nounformal

A small, simple green plant that grows in damp places, often forming a carpet-like covering.

ایک چھوٹا، سادہ سبز پودا جو نم جگہوں پر اگتا ہے، اکثر قالین جیسا احاطہ بناتا ہے۔

کائی

kai

Synonyms

lichensbryophytesgreen plantخسککائیپودا

Antonyms

dry landdesertخشک زمینصحرا

Common Collocations

  • moss-covered stones
  • mossy ground
  • moss garden

Example Sentences

The forest floor was covered in thick moss.

جنگل کا فرش گاڑھی کائی سے ڈھکا ہوا تھا۔

Jangal ka farsh gaadhi kai se dhaka hua tha.

Moss thrives in damp, shady areas.

کائی نم، سایہ دار علاقوں میں پھلے پھولے گی۔

Kai nam, saya daar ilaqon mein phalay phoolay gi.

You can see moss growing on the old stones.

آپ پرانی پتھروں پر کائی کو اگتا ہوا دیکھ سکتے ہیں۔

Aap purani pathron par kai ko ugta hua dekh sakte hain.

Easily Confused With

mousse:Mousse is a light dessert made with whipped cream or egg whites, while moss refers to a type of green plant.

Word Family

mossy
adjectiveکائی دار

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of moss growing in a damp area like a soft, green blanket.

Imagine a forest floor covered with a lush, green layer of moss.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Old English "mosse" — a type of plant growing in damp areas

First known use: before 12th century

The word has been in use since Old English, referring to small, green plants typically found in shaded, moist environments.