Aceldamas

/əˈsɛl.də.məz/ noun

Definition

The plural form of aceldama, referring to multiple places of blood or wickedness.

Etymology

Standard English pluralization of aceldama, adding -s to the singular Aramaic-origin noun that came through Greek and Latin into English biblical translation tradition.

Kelly Says

This plural is rarely used because there is historically only one Aceldama—using the plural is almost poetic, suggesting multiple sites of betrayal and tragedy, which is why it appears mainly in literature rather than everyday speech.

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