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Definitions for: Cosmos
[n] the whole collection of existing things
[n] everything that exists anywhere; "they study the evolution of the universe"; "the biggest tree in existence"
[n] any of various mostly Mexican herbs of the genus Cosmos having radiate heads of variously colored flowers and pinnate leaves; popular fall-blooming annuals
Webster (1913) Definition: Cos"mos (k[o^]z"m[o^]s), n. [NL., fr. Gr. ko`smos
order, harmony, the world (from its perfect order and
arrangement); akin to Skr. [,c]ad to distinguish one's self.]
1. The universe or universality of created things; -- so
called from the order and harmony displayed in it.
2. The theory or description of the universe, as a system
displaying order and harmony. --Humboldt.
Cos"mos, n. (Bot.)
A genus of composite plants closely related to Bidens,
usually with very showy flowers, some with yellow, others
with red, scarlet, purple, white, or lilac rays. They are
natives of the warmer parts of America, and many species are
cultivated. Cosmos bipinnatus and C. diversifolius are
among the best-known species; C. caudatus, of the West
Indies, is widely naturalized.
Synonyms: creation, existence, macrocosm, universe, universe, world
See Also: accumulation, aggregation, assemblage, celestial body, collection, estraterrestrial body, extragalactic nebula, extraterrestrial object, flower, galaxy, genus Cosmos, heavenly body, natural object, natural order, nature
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