Genips

/ˈdʒɛnɪps/ noun

Definition

Plural of genip; multiple genip fruits or genip trees.

Etymology

Standard English pluralization of genip using the '-s' suffix.

Kelly Says

Whether you say 'genips' or 'genipa' for the plural, you're bridging indigenous Caribbean languages with English grammar—a tiny example of cultural and linguistic contact in the New World.

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