Definition of "plural" []

• Relating to or composed of more than one member, set, or kind: the plural meanings of a text; a plural society. (adjective)
• Grammar Of or being a grammatical form that designates more than one of the things specified. (adjective)
• Grammar The plural number or form. (noun)
• Grammar A word or term in the plural form. (noun)

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• "Bagel (like fish, the plural is the same as the singular, and sometimes preceded by the word "the")"
• "The folksy presentation using the plural is a nod-wink meant to suggest habitual behaviour, potential danger, hidden agenda/background, but there is no code or nexus or intimation or subtextual message whatsoever relating to violence."
• "It turns out, schlägen is the German word plural, I think for strike, hit or impact."