Beebees

/ˈbiːbiːz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of beebee; multiple small pellets used as ammunition in air guns.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'beebee' formed by adding the standard English '-s' ending. Maintains the same origin as the singular form from the letter designation 'B.B.'

Kelly Says

English pluralization is usually straightforward, but it's fascinating how certain words resist it—many people say 'BB ammunition' rather than 'beebees,' avoiding the cutesy-sounding plural that the letter-name origin creates.

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