Damas

/ˈdɑːməz/ noun

Definition

Plural of dama; multiple fallow deer or small deer of the dama species.

Etymology

Regular plural form of 'dama' created by adding the suffix '-s'; 'dama' itself comes from Latin and Greek origins referring to small deer.

Kelly Says

Medieval nobles loved displaying damas in ornamental deer parks partly for hunting sport and partly for status—ownership of a damascape with running damas was like owning a private art museum, showing off wealth and taste to visiting dignitaries.

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