Aureolas

/ɔːˈriːələz/ noun

Definition

Plural of aureola using English pluralization; multiple halos or circles of light around figures in art and imagery.

Etymology

From 'aureola' with the English plural suffix '-s' added, rather than using the Latin plural form 'aureolae.' Both forms are used in modern English.

Kelly Says

Modern English adopted both 'aureolae' AND 'aureolas' as acceptable plurals—it's a beautiful example of how English absorbs and Anglicizes Latin words over time!

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