Cosmos

/ˈkɑːzmoʊs/ noun

Definition

The entire universe and everything in it, including all stars, planets, and galaxies; also a type of colorful flower.

Etymology

From Greek 'kosmos' meaning 'order' or 'universe.' The Greeks believed the universe was an ordered, harmonious system—the opposite of chaos.

Kelly Says

The ancient Greeks called the universe 'cosmos' because they thought it was beautifully ordered and harmonious, while they used 'chaos' for disorder—we still use these words today, showing how 2,400 years of philosophy shapes how we see reality!

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