modus

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It is thought by some that "morus" has been derived from the Latin word mora, delay, as shown in a tardy expansion of the buds.

From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by Fernie, William Thomas

The constant presence of the morus multicaulis also makes us aware of the presence of the silk-worm—so far, only in the egg-condition; for that prime minister of vanity is not hatched yet.

From From the Oak to the Olive A Plain record of a Pleasant Journey by Howe, Julia Ward

The morus multicaulis was to be as permanent a source of wealth as corn, and was expected to produce the well known mercantile substance of silk.

From The Humbugs of the World An Account of Humbugs, Delusions, Impositions, Quackeries, Deceits and Deceivers Generally, in All Ages by Barnum, P. T. (Phineas Taylor)

‘Bills’ to promote The better culture of morality And morus multicaulis!

From The Knickerbocker, or New-York Monthly Magazine, January 1844 Volume 23, Number 1 by Various

The public conscience has for many years been utterly debauched by what were called fancy stocks, morus multicaulis, Western city enterprises, and New England developments.

From The Abominations of Modern Society by Talmage, T. De Witt (Thomas De Witt)