Foramens

/fəˈreɪ.mənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of foramen using English pluralization; multiple holes or openings in bones or structures.

Etymology

From foramen + English plural -s ending. Note that the Latin plural 'foramina' is also used in English, especially in medical contexts.

Kelly Says

Foramens vs. foramina shows English's unique position—we often use Latin words but pluralize them English-style, creating funny hybrids that linguists find delightful and pedants find annoying.

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