osmunda

British  

/ ɒzˈmʌndə, ˈɒzmənd /

noun

1. any fern of the genus Osmunda, such as the royal fern, having large spreading fronds: family Osmundaceae

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Etymology

Origin of osmunda

C13: from Old French osmonde, of unknown origin

Example Sentences

Try as she might, Penelope had not been able to make the maître d’ at the Fern Court understand that the reservation was not under the name Osmunda Regalis, but that she was intending to meet someone near the Osmunda regalis.

From Literature

I shall be there at twelve sharp; look for me by the Osmunda regalis.

From Literature

Jam Chan, marketing general manager at Osmunda, a service firm that advises Chinese medical product firms on getting overseas approvals, said many recently developed tests in China haven’t gone through strict clinical trials, which means the self-declared accuracy rate printed on the products is not properly validated.

From Reuters

Peat moss or one of the coarse fibers, such as osmunda or coir used for epiphytic orchids, are good choices of organic materials that aerate a potting mixture while at the same time retaining water.

From Washington Times

Although it was against the rules, they often stuffed bracken, osmunda, and other ferns inside their uniforms and brought them home to their mothers to make side dishes.

From Literature