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os

[ˈɔs]

noun

LanguageLatin

Meaning
  1. bone
  2. bone as a metaphor for something deep within the body or frame, one’s innermost being or feeling, a generalized physical presence more than a specific anatomical location
  3. bones, framework or outline of a discourse
  4. A hard, solid part of the body's structure. It can also refer to the inner frame or essence of a person.
Examples

ipsorum ore respondent se lassis post viam ossibus non posse de lecto surgere

By the same mouth they respond that, due to their weary bones after travel, it is not possible to arise from bed.

Pronunciationˈɔs

Part of speechnoun

Usage noteThe word is neuter and its plural form is ossa.

Status: Adapted from English Wiktionary — awaiting native speaker review

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