Calicos

/ˈkæl.ɪ.koʊz/ noun

Definition

Alternative plural of calico, used for the same meanings as calicoes.

Etymology

From calico with a regular English plural -os instead of -es. Both calicoes and calicos are accepted plurals, reflecting variations in English pluralization rules for words borrowed from other languages.

Kelly Says

English plurals can be beautifully inconsistent—both calicoes and calicos are correct, which shows how language is democratic enough to accept multiple answers to the same question.

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