fusome Meaning & Definition
/ˈfjuːsəm/
What Does Fusome Mean?
As an adjective, fusome means Alternative form of fulsome; offensive; loathsome. As a noun, it means A germ cell-specific organelle assembled from membrane skeletal proteins and membranous vesicles.
Quick Facts About Fusome
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈfjuːsəm/ |
| Plural | fusomes |
| Comparative / superlative | more fusome, most fusome |
Fusome Definition (Adjective)
- Alternative form of fulsome; offensive; loathsome.
Adjective
- Handy, deft-handed, workmanlike.
- Neat; handsome, comely, shapely, attractive.
Fusome as a Noun
- A germ cell-specific organelle assembled from membrane skeletal proteins and membranous vesicles.
Synonyms of Fusome
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Fusome synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
fusome (comparative more fusome, superlative most fusome)
fusome (plural fusomes)
Words That Rhyme With Fusome
Origin of Fusome
Origin 1: Alternative form of fulsome
Origin 2: From Middle English *fussom, equivalent to fouse (eager, ready, brave, noble) + -some.
Origin 3: From fuse + -ome.
Questions People Ask About Fusome
Is fusome an adjective or a noun?
Fusome is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is the plural of fusome?
The plural of fusome is fusomes.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of fusome?
The comparative form is more fusome and the superlative form is most fusome.