Mossback

Pronunciation: /ˈmɔsˌbæk/

Definitions of mossback

noun a person who is old-fashioned or resistant to change, especially in politics or social customs

Example Sentences

A1 My grandfather is a mossback who refuses to use modern technology.

A2 The mossback at the museum shared stories of the town's history.

B1 The old mossback was resistant to change and preferred things the way they used to be.

B2 The mossback's traditional beliefs clashed with the younger generation's progressive ideas.

C1 The mossback's stubbornness and adherence to old customs made it difficult for him to adapt to new ways.

C2 Despite being labeled a mossback, he was respected for his wisdom and experience in the community.

Examples of mossback in a Sentence

formal The mossback society members were resistant to any changes in the traditional way of doing things.

informal My grandpa is such a mossback when it comes to technology - he still uses a flip phone!

slang Don't be such a mossback, try something new for once!

figurative His old-fashioned beliefs made him a mossback in the eyes of modern society.

Grammatical Forms of mossback

• past tense: mossbacked
• plural: mossbacks
• comparative: more mossback
• superlative: most mossback
• present tense: mossbacks
• future tense: will mossback
• perfect tense: have mossbacked
• continuous tense: is mossbacking
• singular: mossback
• positive degree: mossback
• infinitive: to mossback
• gerund: mossbacking
• participle: mossbacked

Origin and Evolution of mossback

First Known Use: 1840 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'mossback' originated as a derogatory nickname for someone who lived in the backwoods or rural areas, often associated with being old-fashioned or stubborn.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'mossback' has evolved to also refer to a person who is resistant to change or new ideas, especially in politics or society.