Definition of Sphagnum moss

1. Noun. Any of various pale or ashy mosses of the genus Sphagnum whose decomposed remains form peat.

Exact synonyms: Bog Moss, Peat Moss, Sphagnum
Generic synonyms: Moss
Group relationships: Genus Sphagnum

Medical Definition of Sphagnum moss

1. A highly absorbent moss used as a substitute for absorbent cotton or gauze in surgical dressing and sanitary napkins. Synonym: muskeag moss, peat moss. (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Sphagnum Moss

sphaere
sphaerenchyma
sphaeres
sphaeriales
sphaeridia
sphaeridium
sphaerobertrandite
sphaerobismoite
sphaers
sphaerulite
sphaerulites
sphagnicolous
sphagnous
sphagnum
sphagnum moss (current term)
sphagnums
sphairistike
sphalerite
sphalerites
sphaleron
sphaleronic
sphalerons
sphallolalia
sphear
spheare
spheares
sphears
sphecid
sphecoid

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