COSSE Meaning and
Definition
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COSSE
Noun
1. (Botany) A seedpod or husk, especially one that encloses the seeds of a leguminous plant such as peas or beans.
2. (Cooking) A culinary term used to refer to the shell or outer covering of certain foods, particularly legumes. The cosse acts as a protective layer around the seeds and is typically removed before consuming the edible part. In cuisines around the world, cosse is often discarded due to its tough and fibrous texture, while the seeds are commonly used for various dishes, such as soups, stews, or as a side ingredient in salads.
3. (Architecture) In historical architecture, a decorative element reminiscent of a seedpod or husk shape, commonly used as an embellishment on facades, cornices, or other structural elements.
Etymology: The term "cosse" originated from the Old French word "casse," meaning "shell" or "husk." It later evolved into "cosse" in Middle French, with the same basic definition. The word ultimately finds its origins in the Latin "capsa," meaning "box" or "case." The usage of "cosse" in the context of cuisine and architecture dates back several centuries, reflecting the long-standing cultural significance of seeds and shells as both functional and aesthetic elements.
Common Misspellings for COSSE
- cozsse
- coszse
- cosxse
- codsse
- cosdse
- cowsse
- coswse
- cossze
- cossxe
- cossde
- cosswe
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