cosm-

¹

1. variant of cosmo- before a vowel.

   cosmism.

-cosm

²

1. variant of cosmo- as final element of a compound word.

   microcosm.

Example Sentences

Cosm also has a venue in Dallas, with spots in Atlanta and Detroit on the way.

From Los Angeles Times

When you watch “The Matrix” at Cosm, you’re essentially seeing a film within a film.

From Los Angeles Times

Cosm has won attention and a fan base for its focus on sports programming.

From Los Angeles Times

Cosm wants to be your fallback plan, combining front-row-like seats with unexpected views.

From Los Angeles Times

And now, Cosm aims to redefine the moviegoing experience.

From Los Angeles Times

When To Use

What does cosm- mean?

Cosm- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “world” or "universe." In some cases, it represents "outer space."Cosm- comes from the Greek kósmos, variously meaning “order, good order, government, world order, the universe.” The Greek kósmos is ultimately the source of the English words cosmos, cosmic, cosmopolitan, and cosmetics, among others. What does makeup have to do with the universe? Find out at our entry for the word.Cosm- is a variant of cosmo-, which loses its -o- when combined with words or word elements beginning with vowels. And when used as the final element of a compound word, cosmo- becomes -cosm, as is microcosm.Want to know more? Read our Words That Use cosmo- article.

When To Use

What does -cosm mean?

The combining form -cosm is used like a suffix meaning “world” or "universe." It is very occasionally used in scientific and technical terms.The form -cosm comes from Greek kósmos, meaning “order, good order, government, world order, the universe."What are variants of -cosm?When used as the first combining form in a term, -cosm becomes cosmo- or cosm-, as in cosmography. Want to know more? Read our Words That Use article on cosmo-.