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Definition of cosmo

cosmo

/ˈkɑːz.moʊ/
cos · mo

Plural:cosmos
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An informal shortening of cosmopolitan, a popular cocktail made with vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed or sweetened lime juice.

Example

"She ordered a chilled cosmo at the lounge before dinner."

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 20th century as an informal clipping of 'cosmopolitan', ultimately deriving from Ancient Greek 'kosmopolitēs' (citizen of the world).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cosmo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cosmo
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