pluralization

English

Alternative forms

• pluralisation

Etymology

From plural +‎ -ization.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˌplʊəɹ.əl.(a)ɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Noun

pluralization (countable and uncountable, plural pluralizations)

1. The act of making plural.

   Antonym: singularization

   In English pluralization usually involves adding an 'S', but not always.

Related terms

• pluralise / pluralize