1. dave_c

    dave_c Active Member

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    is there a word for words that dont require an "s" for plural.

    Discussion in 'Word Mechanics' started by dave_c, Feb 4, 2013.

    im refering to words such as sheep, salmon, moose and deer where you dont add "s or es" for plural.

    is there a specific word that refers to words such as these?
     
  2. Cogito

    Cogito Former Mod, Retired Supporter Contributor

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    Irregular. That's about it, as far as I know.
     
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    Uncountable nouns.
     
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    No, uncountable nouns are salt, air, water and the sort. They are things that you can't say "give me a ;word;".
    What Dave asks for is irregular nouns just like Cogito said.
     
  5. dave_c

    dave_c Active Member

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    thanks for the input. was just one of those random thought.
     

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