long moss

noun

1. Spanish moss.

long moss

noun

1. another name for Spanish moss

Word History and Origins

Origin of long moss¹

An Americanism dating back to 1735–45

Example Sentences

The long moss, reaching from the overhanging branches to the water, gave to the surroundings a most weird and funereal aspect.

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There are tall, dark cedars, in which the gray films of the long moss have a peculiarly light and airy appearance.

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"That is Spanish moss, also called long moss," explained Mr. Brown.

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On the trees hangs a long moss-like plant called Spanish beard.

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Big trees on de banks and 'round, wid long moss hangin' from de limbs.

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