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Plural of pidgin

regular plural

The plural of pidgin is pidgins.

Forms of pidgin

Singularpidgin /ˈpɪ.d͡ʒɪn/
Pluralpidgins
Countablecountable and uncountable

Meaning of pidgin

  1. noun An amalgamation of two disparate languages, used by two populations having no common language as a lingua franca to communicate with each other, lacking formalized grammar and having a small, utilitarian vocabulary and no native speakers. The speech is slow and supported by mime and gesture.
  2. noun A person's business, occupation, work, or trade (also spelt as pigeon).

Full definition of pidgin

Questions about the plural of pidgin

What is the plural of pidgin?
The plural of pidgin is pidgins.
Is pidgin countable?
Pidgin is a countable and uncountable noun.

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