Complins

/ˈkɒmplɪnz/ noun

Definition

The plural form of complin, following the alternative spelling, referring to multiple instances of the final daily prayer service.

Etymology

Plural form of the 'complin' variant spelling, using standard English pluralization conventions applied to the older orthographic form.

Kelly Says

Having two plural forms (complines/complins) shows how English accepted both spelling variants—archaic texts might use 'complins' while modern religious texts prefer 'complines,' but they mean identical things.

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