Antrums

/ˈæntrəmz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of antrum; multiple cavities or chambers in the body, especially in bone.

Etymology

From Latin 'antrum' + English plural '-s'. The English plural of the Latin-origin medical term, standardized in modern medical English.

Kelly Says

While 'antra' is the Latin plural, English doctors often say 'antrums'—it's a funny collision where English speakers just add '-s' instead of following the ancient Latin rules.

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