moss
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
It infects the heath-star moss that is damaging UK environments by taking over and turfing out other species.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
"It's taken a lot of DNA sequencing to fully identify this fungus," he says, showing me dead moss under a microscope in a lab at Amgueddfa Cymru museum.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
By looking for evidence of the moss die-back fungus on these samples, scientists want to pinpoint exactly how and when it appeared.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
It's even penetrated some of the moss cells.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
He remembered trying to find the moss, trying to count his footsteps, but he’d kept losing track of his numbers in his head.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
![]()
Vocabulary lists containing moss
Non-Color Words to Use When Describing Color
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Plants (Botany) - Introduction
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Plants (Botany) - Middle School
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!