Etymology 1
From Latinized form of Ancient Greek κόσμος or kósmos (order, proper order of the world).
Noun
cosmos (countable and uncountable, plural cosmoses or cosmoi)
- The universe.
- An ordered, harmonious whole.
Related terms
- cosmetic
- cosmonaut
- cosmopolitan
Etymology 2
From the genus name Cosmos, from Ancient Greek κόσμος or kósmos (order). Named by botanist Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804).
Noun
cosmos (countable and uncountable, plural cosmos)
- Any of various mostly Mexican herbs of the genus Cosmos having radiate heads of variously colored flowers and pinnate leaves.
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