Buqshas

/ˈbuːkʃəz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of buqsha; multiple units of the Yemeni monetary denomination.

Etymology

Standard English plural formation from the singular Arabic loan word buqsha, preserving the source language term while applying English pluralization rules.

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