Plural of arboretum
regular plural
The plural of arboretum is arboretums or arboreta.
Forms of arboretum
| Singular | arboretum /ɑː(ɹ)bəˈɹiːtəm/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | arboretums arboreta |
| Countable | countable |
Meaning of arboretum
- noun A place where many varieties of tree are grown for research, educational, and ornamental purposes.
Questions about the plural of arboretum
- What is the plural of arboretum?
- The plural of arboretum is arboretums or arboreta.
- Which is correct, arboretums or arboreta?
- Both are used. arboretums is the more common of the two in English writing.
- Is arboretum countable?
- Arboretum is a countable noun.
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