Ailanthuses

/ˌeɪ.ləˈænθə.sɪz/ noun

Definition

The plural form of ailanthus, referring to multiple trees of the Ailanthus species.

Etymology

Standard English plural formation from ailanthus by adding -es, used when discussing multiple specimens of these trees.

Kelly Says

While 'ailanthi' might sound like a fancier plural, most botanists actually use 'ailanthuses'—English plurals for Latin-origin plant names are surprisingly democratic!

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