Canailles

/kəˈnaɪlz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of canaille; multiple groups or instances of common or disreputable people.

Etymology

Direct plural of canaille, following standard French plural formation by adding -s to the singular noun.

Kelly Says

The plural form reminds us that this insult was used so routinely in 18th-century European literature that writers needed a plural to discuss multiple 'worthless crowds' in their aristocratic societies.

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