Plural of convention
regular plural
The plural of convention is conventions.
Forms of convention
| Singular | convention /kənˈvɛn.ʃən/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | conventions /kənˈvɛn.ʃənz/ |
| Countable | countable and uncountable |
Conventions in a sentence
- Or perhaps the social conventions in place prevent that difference from showing up — not all societies permit scratching where it itches.1997, David Braddon-Mitchell, Frank Jackson, Philosophy of Mind and Cognition, Blackwell Publishers, →ISBN, →LCCN, page 31
- John's attendance for the conventions was not good.From the entry attendance
- There are three typical forms of ode: Horatian, Pindaric and irregular. Horatian odes follow the conventions of Horace, who deliberately imitated the Greek lyricists such as Alcaeus and Anacreon.From the entry Horatian
- Some historical chivalric conventions remain relevant to this day, in certain circumstances.2025 September 8, E. J. Daniels, “How to Walk Like a Gentleman”, in Gentleman's Gazette. From the entry chivalric
- In past societies based on ascribed status, formal rules and proclamations regulated lifestyle conventions.2022, W. David Marx, chapter 2, in Status and Culture, Viking, →ISBN. From the entry sumptuary law
Meaning of convention
- noun A meeting or gathering.
- noun A formal deliberative assembly of mandated delegates.
- noun The convening of a formal meeting.
Questions about the plural of convention
- What is the plural of convention?
- The plural of convention is conventions.
- Is convention countable?
- Convention is a countable and uncountable noun.
Source and license
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