improper nouns
improper nouns is the plural of improper noun.
Meaning of improper noun
Noun
improper noun (plural improper nouns)
- A noun that describes something general, rather than that which is purely unique.
- Synonyms:
- appellative noun, common noun, nomen appellativum
Questions about improper nouns
- What is improper nouns the plural of?
- Improper nouns is the plural of improper noun.
Words near improper nouns in the dictionary
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