os Meaning & Definition
What Does Os Mean?
Os is a symbol that means ISO 639-1 language code for Ossetian. As a noun, it means Synonym of bone. As a noun, it means An opening or entrance to a passage, particularly one at either end of the cervix, internal (to the uterus) or external (to the vagina).
Os in Brief
| Part of speech | symbol, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɒs// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | bone, osmium and operating system |
| Plural | ossa |
Os Definition (Symbol)
- ISO 639-1 language code for Ossetian.
Os as a Noun
- Synonym of bone.
Noun
- An opening or entrance to a passage, particularly one at either end of the cervix, internal (to the uterus) or external (to the vagina).
Noun
- An osar or esker.
Noun
- Alternative form of o's.
Noun
- Bone.
Noun
- A mouth; an opening.
- In particular, either end of the cervix, internal (to the uterus) or external (to the vagina).
Synonyms of Os
Os synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Os
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Os in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
os (plural ossa)
os (plural ora)
os (plural osar or oses)
os
Words That Rhyme With Os
Origin of Os
Origin 1: Unadapted borrowing from Latin os (“bone”).
Origin 2: Unadapted borrowing from Latin ōs (“mouth”).
Origin 3: Unadapted borrowing from Swedish ås. Doublet of ose and osar / asar (when used as a singular).
Origin 4: From o + -s.
How to Pronounce Os
Os is pronounced //ɒs// and has 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Os
Is os a symbol or a noun?
Os is mainly used as a symbol, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for os?
You can replace os with words such as bone, osmium and operating system. See the full list of os synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of os?
The plural of os is ossa.