Plural of onus
regular plural
The plural of onus is onuses or onera.
Forms of onus
| Singular | onus /ˈəʊnəs/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | onuses onera |
| Countable | countable and uncountable |
Meaning of onus
- noun A legal obligation.
- noun Burden of proof, onus probandi.
- noun Stigma.
Questions about the plural of onus
- What is the plural of onus?
- The plural of onus is onuses or onera.
- Which is correct, onuses or onera?
- Both are used. onera is the more common of the two in English writing.
- Is onus countable?
- Onus is a countable and uncountable noun.
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