Search Dictionary
Definition of mosey

mosey

/ˈmoʊ.zi/
mo · sey
Plural:moseys
•
Past Simple:moseyed
•
Past Participle:moseyed
•
Present Participle:moseying
JUMP TO:

mosey Lexical Profile

mosey Game Scores & Validity

• verb

1

North American To walk or move in a leisurely, relaxed, or aimless manner (informal).

Example

"After finishing lunch on the porch, they decided to mosey along the riverbank and enjoy the afternoon breeze."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for mosey
Antonyms
View all antonyms for mosey

• noun

1

North American A leisurely, unhurried walk or stroll (informal).

Example

"We took a quiet mosey down to the local bakery to see what was fresh out of the oven."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for mosey
Antonyms
View all antonyms for mosey

• Rhymes for mosey

• Nearby Words

moscow
moselle
moses
mosey
mosh
mosher
moshpit

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in American English in the early 19th century, possibly derived from the British dialect verb 'mose' (to go about in a dull or stupid manner) or as a clipped form of 'vamose' (from Spanish 'vamos', meaning 'let us go').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mosey. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mosey
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.