Rōss1, n.
n. [Cf. Prov. Ger. grus, graus, coarse sand, gravel, rubbish.]
- The rough, scaly matter on the surface of the bark of trees.
- The refuse of plants. Halliwell.
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Ross
Rōss2, v. t.
To divest of the ross, or rough, scaly surface; as, to ross bark.