Hassock
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhasək/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hassock is a noun meaning A dense clump of grass or vegetation; a tussock.
Meaning
A dense clump of grass or vegetation; a tussock.
More Meanings
- A cushion used primarily in churches for kneeling on while praying.
- A thick cushion used as a seat; an ottoman or pouffe.
Example Sentences
At the next service he found a flower on his hassock and a highly suggestive Catholic bookmarker tucked into his hymn-book.
Word Forms
- hassocks
Synonyms for hassock
Depending on context, synonyms include kneeler, pouf, pouffe, ottoman.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pouffe, pouf, ottoman, thussock, tussuck, tussock.
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