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Vocabulary Entry
os
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A Latin word meaning 'bone'. In English, it is often used in phrases or as part of scientific terminology.
Example Sentences
"The os is a crucial part of the skeleton."
"The surgeon examined the os during the operation."
"Various osseous structures can be seen on the X-ray."
V
verb
To gently push or shove in a specific direction, especially used in casual contexts.
Example Sentences
"Don't os me, I can walk on my own!"
"He os'd the door open with his shoulder."
"She os'd him aside to get through the crowd."
A
adjective
Short for 'operating system', referring to software that manages computer hardware.
Example Sentences
"This program is compatible with all major os platforms."
"I need to update my os for improved performance."
"The new features in the os make it easier to use."