Annuluses

/ˈænjələsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of annulus; multiple ring-shaped objects or the areas between concentric circles.

Etymology

From Latin 'annulus' (ring) plus English plural suffix '-es.' The Latin plural 'annuli' is also used, especially in technical contexts.

Kelly Says

In geometry, you can have 'annuli' (fancy Latin) or 'annuluses' (English way)—both are correct, but English speakers usually pick whichever sounds less pretentious in context.

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