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What is another word for the plural?

Pronunciation: [ðə plˈʊ͡əɹə͡l] (IPA)

"The plural" refers to a grammatical concept where a noun signifies more than one person, place or thing. There are various synonyms for this term, including "plural form," "plural noun," or simply "plural." In linguistics, a "collective noun" can also be used to denote the type of nouns that encompass multiple entities within them, but are singular in form. Another equivalent phrase for "the plural" is "the plural number," which is often used interchangeably in mathematical and scientific contexts. Understanding the use of synonyms for "the plural" highlights the importance of language in communication, and helps to articulate ideas more effectively to different audiences.
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What are the hypernyms for The plural?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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    plurality, English language grammar rules, grammatical aspects.

Famous quotes with The plural

  • Media, the plural of mediocrity.
    Jimmy Breslin
  • I keep referring to them in the plural but all I'm dealing with is Bob. I don't know where Harvey fits in the equation. He was very present at the beginning, winding his brother up. I don't know where he is now.
    Terry Gilliam
  • It hurts the spirit, somehow, to read the word environments, when the plural means that there are so many alternatives there to be sorted through, as in a market, and voted on.
    Lewis Thomas

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