Candroys

/ˈkændrɔɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of candroy; multiple instances or pieces of candied preserved fruit confections.

Etymology

Formed from candroy + -s regular English plural; follows the pattern of the already-archaic singular form candroy.

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