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hassock Definition

has·sock (hasək)

noun

  1. Now Rare a thick clump or tuft of grass; tussock
  2. a firmly stuffed cushion used as a footstool or seat

Etymology: ME hassok < OE hassuc, (clump of) coarse grass < ?

hassock Synonyms

hassock

n.

hassock Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • old: I went into the redundant and dilapidated church and as I looked round the dusty ruins my eye lighted on an old red hassock.

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