Etrogs

/ˈɛtrɔːɡz/ noun

Definition

English plural of etrog; citrus fruits used in Jewish religious ceremonies.

Etymology

From 'etrog' + English '-s' plural suffix. Creates an English-language plural alongside the traditional Hebrew 'etrogim.'

Kelly Says

The fact that English speakers say both 'etrogs' and 'etrogim' shows how immigrant communities retain their original language's grammar while also adapting to English conventions.

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