Conferrers

/kənˈfɜːrərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of conferrer; multiple people who confer or grant something.

Etymology

Simple plural of conferrer, following standard English pluralization with -s.

Kelly Says

Throughout history, small groups of conferrers—councils, courts, academic boards—have held enormous power over who gets what title or right, shaping entire societies.

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