Douras

/ˈduːrəz/ noun

Definition

Alternate plural spelling of dourah, referring to multiple sorghum plants or grain varieties.

Etymology

An alternative pluralization of dourah using the -as ending, possibly influenced by Arabic or Romance language plurals.

Kelly Says

English borrowed this word from Arabic and kept multiple plural forms—douras versus dourahs—showing how language sometimes hasn't decided which version 'wins.'

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