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Plural

/ˈplɔː.ɹəl/

(grammar) The plural number.

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📖 Definitions of "Plural"

noun

1
(grammar) The plural number.
2
(grammar) A word in the form in which it potentially refers to something other than one person or thing; and other than two things if the language has a dual form.

adjective

1
Consisting of or containing more than one of something.
2
Pluralistic.

🔄 Synonyms of "Plural"

2 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
dualnoun	Characterized by having two (usually equivalent) components.
plural formnoun	the form of a word that is used to denote more than one

↔️ Antonyms of "Plural"

Words with the opposite meaning.

Word	Definition
singularnoun	Being only one of a larger population; single, individual.
singular formnoun	the form of a word that is used to denote a singleton

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Plural"

Found via reverse dictionary — words that share a conceptual meaning.

Word	Definition
dualnoun	Characterized by having two (usually equivalent) components.
plural formnoun	the form of a word that is used to denote more than one
multiplenoun	Having more than one element, part, component, or function, having more than one instance, occurring more than once, usually contrary to expectations (can be followed by a singular).
pluralitynoun	(uncountable) The state of being plural.
multipurpose	Designed or intended to fit more than one type of function or application; having multiple uses.
multifaceted	Having many aspects; nuanced or diverse.
compositenoun	Made up of multiple components; compound or complex.
diverseverb	Consisting of different elements; various.
diversified	Employing the use of diversification; deliberately using a variety of instruments, methods, ingredients, or products, typically to reduce risk.
pluralistic	Characteristic of pluralism.
inclusive	Including (almost) everything within its scope.
severalnoun	A number of different; various.
balanced	Containing elements in appropriate proportion; proportionately weighted on all dimensions and therefore unlikely to tip over.
singularnoun	Being only one of a larger population; single, individual.
multiparty	(politics) Involving several different political parties.
pluralistnoun	An advocate of pluralism (in all senses)
umbrellanoun	A cloth-covered frame used for protection against rain or sun.
multinoun	(bridge) A contract bridge convention whereby the opening bid of 2♦ shows several possible types of hands.
diversifyingverb	(transitive, intransitive) To make the scope of (business, investments, etc.) diverse, especially so as to balance and mitigate risks.
manynoun	Existing in large number; numerous.