Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

/ˈkoʊ.moʊs/ (American), /ˈkəʊ.məʊs/ (British)

Definitions

• Having or bearing a tuft of soft, hair-like structures.
• Botany: Covered with long, soft hairs, often referring to seeds or plants.

Usage Examples

• The comose seeds of the dandelion help in wind dispersal.
• Some comose plants have a silky texture due to their fine hairs.
• The comose appendages of certain flowers attract pollinators.

Etymology

Derived from Latin comosus, meaning "hairy" or "tufted."

Synonyms

• Hairy
• Tufted
• Furry
• Fluffy

Antonyms

• Glabrous
• Hairless
• Smooth

Translations

Regional Pronunciation Variations

British: /ˈkəʊ.məʊs/

American: /ˈkoʊ.moʊs/

French: /ko.mo.ze/

Historical Usage

The term 'comose' has been used in botanical and biological descriptions for centuries, particularly in reference to plant morphology.

Cultural Nuances

In some cultures, plants with comose structures are believed to have medicinal properties or symbolic meanings, representing softness and adaptability.

More Information

The comose characteristic is commonly found in plants that rely on wind dispersal, such as dandelions and certain types of milkweed. In biological contexts, it may also refer to the fine hairs found on animals or microscopic organisms.