muss.
To rumple, tousle or make (something) untidy.
Meaning & usage
To rumple, tousle or make (something) untidy.
The old man affectionately mussed his grandson's hair.
Where this word comes from
Related to mess (“disorder”).
A mess (disagreeable mixture or confusion of things; disorder).
A scramble, as when small objects are thrown down, to be taken by those who can seize them; a confused struggle.
Where this word comes from
Related to mess (“disorder”).
A term of endearment.
Where this word comes from
Compare Middle English mus (“a mouse”). See mouse.
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