Definition

Describing a plant or flower that has a tuft or cluster of hair-like structures.

Example

The comose seeds of the dandelion are easily carried by the wind.

Conversation

Have you seen that new plant in the garden?

Yeah, it's really interesting how it looks so comose.

I wonder if it requires special care because of its comose features.

Probably! I should look it up to see how to keep it healthy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Comose is derived from the Latin word 'comosus' (meaning hairy or full of hair), which comes from 'comare' (meaning to have hair). The word describes something that is characterized by having long or abundant hair or hair-like structures.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hairy' or 'full of hair' to remember that 'comose' refers to something that has a lot of hair or hair-like features.

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