Burros

/ˈbɜroʊz/ noun

Definition

Plural of burro; small pack donkeys used in Spanish-speaking regions and the southwestern United States.

Etymology

From Spanish 'burro' (donkey) + -s (English plural). Borrowed directly from Spanish into English, maintaining Spanish pronunciation.

Kelly Says

Burros were essential to Spanish colonial commerce—they could carry heavy loads across mountain terrain that horses couldn't navigate, making them invaluable!

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