This is the 11026th most frequent German word.
schoß
The German word "Schoß" means "lap" in English.
In this sentence, 'Schoß' refers to the lap of a person.
Das Kind saß auf dem Schoß seiner Mutter.
The child sat on its mother's lap.
Here, 'Schoß' metaphorically indicates the protective hollow or enclosure of a geological feature.
Der Schoß des Berges wurde als sicherer Ort gesehen.
The bosom of the mountain was seen as a safe place.
In this case, 'Schoß' is used to describe a fold or pleat in clothing that creates a sort of pouch or cavity.