χνόος
Ancient Greek
noun
Definitions
- incrustation from salt water
- powder, dust of the earth
- wool pulled for stuffing cushions, flock
- first down on the chin or cheeks
- bloom on fruits
Etymology
Derived from Proto-Indo-European *knew- (scrape, scratch, rub).
Origin
Proto-Indo-European
*knew-
Gloss
scrape, scratch, rub
Concept
Semantic Field
Basic actions and technology
Ontological Category
Action/Process