Clepsydrae

/kləpˈsɪdriː/ noun

Definition

Plural of clepsydra in Latin form; multiple water clocks.

Etymology

Latin plural of clepsydra, using the classical Latin feminine plural ending -ae instead of the anglicized -s plural, preserving the original Greek-derived form.

Kelly Says

Scientists still use the fancy Latin plural because it makes you sound authoritative when discussing ancient Egyptian palaces full of synchronized water clocks.

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