ess
9.1
A curve like the letter S in a road or path
- noun
- /ɛs/
Synonyms
S-shape
vsess
A double curve that looks like the letter S
is any curved bend resembling that form but not only exact doubles
Compounds
How Curvy
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word ess comes from the name of the letter 'S', which makes a long, curved shape like a snake. So an ess is a bend or curve that looks like the letter 'S'.