Abbreviation for "molybdenum" which is a lightweight metal which is often combined with chromium. It is used in piston rings (chrome moly rings) and even bicycle frames (chrome moly frames).

Molybdenum disulfide, a solid lubricant and friction reducer, colloidally dispersed in some oils and greases.

A fabulous herb of occult power, having a black root and white blossoms, said by Homer to have been given by Hermes to Ulysses to counteract the spells of Circe.

A kind of garlic (Allium Moly) with large yellow flowers; -- called also golden garlic.