Apr 30, 2014 · Since the question already starts out by quoting one authoritative dictionary in support of singular dice, a good answer really needs to be based on more than just the …

Feb 12, 2011 · According to Merriam-Webster.com, criteria is indeed plural and criterion is singular. The dictionary definition is "a standard on which a judgement or decision may be …

Feb 25, 2024 · However I recently came across the Merriam-Webster definition of SHEEPS which states it is "present tense third person singular of SHEEP" "Present tense" would lead me to …

While the original word (which is still used in statistics and scientific circles) did indeed have "datum" as a singular form of "data," computer science has overloaded the meaning to where …

Feb 15, 2013 · Congratulations is simply the plural form of congratulation. See these examples from the Merriam-Webster dictionary: Let me offer you my congratulations for being elected. …

Jul 22, 2013 · Since both the singular and plural of species are identical, you need to look to context to establish the distinction you seek. A common way to distinguish is to use adjectives …

The singular statistics is the science of collection, presentation, analysis and interpretation of numerical data. The plural statistics refers to numerical facts or observations collected with a …

Sep 22, 2010 · Thee, thou, and thine (or thy) are Early Modern English second person singular pronouns. Thou is the subject form (nominative), thee is the object form, and thy/thine is the …

Apr 30, 2012 · Curriculum is a collection of subjects taught and is a singular noun. Its plural form is curricula or curriculums. For example, we can say The two schools have different curricula. …

Mar 18, 2016 · @Egox Your answer is just the definition of the word "single". This answer highlights the use of "single" as emphasis and gives an example of using "the greatest" as a …