Barricadoes

/ˌbærɪˈkeɪdoʊz/ noun

Definition

Plural of barricado; multiple barricades or barriers, using the Spanish/Portuguese-influenced plural form.

Etymology

Plural form of barricado with the Spanish '-es' ending. This represents an alternative pluralization influenced by Romance language patterns.

Kelly Says

When English borrowed 'barricado,' it kept some Spanish flavor in the pluralization, showing how languages blend when cultural contact is strong!

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