Bouchons

/buːˈʃɒnz/ noun

Definition

Plural of bouchon; multiple corks or stoppers for bottles and barrels.

Etymology

The plural form of French 'bouchon,' maintaining French grammar conventions. Used in English particularly in winemaking and viticulture vocabulary.

Kelly Says

When discussing fine wine production, even English speakers use the French plural 'bouchons' because France's dominance in wine culture gave their vocabulary such prestige that we borrowed it wholesale!

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