Crematoririums

/ˌkrɛməˈtɔriːəmz/ noun

Definition

A plural form referring to multiple crematorium buildings or facilities.

Etymology

From 'crematorium' (Latin: place for cremation) with an -iums suffix, representing a hybrid plural attempting to maintain Latin structure.

Kelly Says

This is an awkward plural form that linguists find funny—English speakers usually just say 'crematoriums' or 'crematories,' but 'crematoririums' shows how confusing multiple languages in one word can be!

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