Cosmoid

/ˈkɒzmoɪd/ adjective

Definition

Resembling or relating to the cosmos or universe; having the characteristics or appearance of cosmic or universal things.

Etymology

From Greek kosmos + -oid (resembling/having the form of). The -oid suffix, used in scientific terminology, creates adjectives meaning 'like' or 'similar to,' as in humanoid or android.

Kelly Says

The suffix -oid is sci-fi's best friend—android (human-like), humanoid (human-resembling), and cosmoid (cosmos-like) all use this pattern. It's a scientific way to say 'resembles' that sounds more authoritative and technical.

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