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Definition of pluralize

pluralize

/ˈplʊr.ə.laɪz/
(UK: pluralise)
plu · ral · ize
Adverb:plurally
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Adjective:plural
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Past Simple:pluralized
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Past Participle:pluralized
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Present Participle:pluralizing
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• verb

1

To cause a word or grammatical form to become plural, or to assume a plural form.

Example

"In English, we usually pluralize a regular noun by adding an 's' to the end of the word."

2

To make multiple, diverse, or pluralistic in nature or structure.

Example

"Recent political reforms have helped pluralize the media landscape by allowing independent broadcasters to operate."

3

To hold more than one ecclesiastical benefice or church office at the same time (in ecclesiastical law).

Example

"During the medieval period, ambitious clerics would frequently pluralize to increase their personal revenues."

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• Rhymes for pluralize

• Nearby Words

pluralist
plurality
pluralization
pluralize
plus
plush
plushie

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 16th century from the adjective 'plural' (derived from Latin 'pluralis', meaning 'of or belonging to more than one') combined with the verbal suffix '-ize'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pluralize. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pluralize
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