Moll: meaning, definitions and examples

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moll

 

[ mษ’l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

female term

A moll is often used to describe a woman who is associated with a gangster or criminal, typically in a romantic or sexual capacity. This term carries a connotation of loyalty and complicity in the criminal activities of her partner. The usage of 'moll' can suggest a certain glamour or allure, but also a sense of danger and moral ambiguity.

Synonyms

girlfriend, mistress, partner

Examples of usage

  • She was known as the moll of the notorious crime boss.
  • In the movie, the male lead's moll provided critical support during his heists.
  • The story explores the life of a moll living in the shadows of her lover's criminal empire.
Context #2 | Noun

mollusks

Moll can also refer to the common name for a group of soft-bodied invertebrates known as mollusks, which include creatures like snails, clams, and octopuses. Mollusks are characterized by their soft bodies, many of which are protected by a hard shell. They are one of the largest groups of marine animals and play significant roles in various ecosystems.

Synonyms

cephalopod, mollusk, shellfish

Examples of usage

  • The marine biologist studied the moll for its fascinating shell structure.
  • A moll lives in a variety of habitats from deep oceans to freshwater environments.
  • Molls are an essential part of the underwater food chain.

Translations

Translations of the word "moll" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mola

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‹เคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Molle

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ moll

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mole

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒขใƒผใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท molle

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mole

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yumuลŸak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ชฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทุฑูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mฤ›kkรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mรคkkรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฝฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mehak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mjรบkur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฑะผัะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒš

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yumลŸaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mole

Etymology

The term 'moll' has its origins in the early 20th century, particularly associated with the American underworld and jazz culture. It is believed to stem from the earlier term 'molly,' a diminutive form of 'Mary.' The use of 'moll' in a criminal context developed during the Prohibition era, reflecting the close relationships between female partners and male criminals. In contrast, the scientific term 'mollusk' comes from the Latin word 'molluscus,' meaning 'soft,' which reflects the physical characteristics of this diverse group of animals, first described in scientific literature in the late Middle Ages.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,460, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.