fosse

noun

ˈfäs

variants or foss

Synonyms of fosse next

: ditch, moat

Examples of fosse in a Sentence

the first line of defense is a water-filled fosse that enemy troops would have to cross

Word History

Etymology

Middle English fosse, borrowed from Anglo-French, going back to Latin fossa "ditch, trench," noun derivative from feminine of fossus, past participle of fodere "to jab, dig" — more at fossil entry 1

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of fosse was in the 14th century

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“Fosse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fosse. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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