Froths

/frɔðz/ noun, verb

Definition

Plural of froth or third-person singular present tense of the verb 'froth'; bubbles, foam, or the action of producing bubbles.

Etymology

Either plural noun or conjugated verb form of 'froth,' from Old Norse 'froða.' The -s suffix creates plurals or shows third-person singular present tense.

Kelly Says

The word 'froths' demonstrates how English uses the same -s suffix for two completely different grammatical purposes—nouns (plural) and verbs (singular present), which can make English tricky for learners.

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