Amulas

/ˈæmjələz/ noun

Definition

An alternative plural form of amula, sometimes used in English scientific contexts instead of the Latin amulae.

Etymology

Anglicized plural of amula, using the English -s suffix instead of the Latin -ae. This represents the naturalization of the scientific term into English usage.

Kelly Says

Scientists struggle with whether to use Latin or English plurals—some say 'amulas,' others insist on 'amulae,' showing how English is slowly absorbing scientific terminology!

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