Boccias

/ˈbɒtʃəz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of boccia, referring to multiple instances of the Italian ball game or multiple boccia balls.

Etymology

Standard English plural formed by adding -s to the Italian singular 'boccia', maintaining the Italian pronunciation with English pluralization rules.

Kelly Says

English speakers can't decide between bocces, boccias, boccie, and boccies for the plural—all are used—which reveals how immigrant communities preserve their native plurals while learning English.

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