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Old 12-May-2004, 16:08
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What is the plural of rhinoceros?
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What is the plural of rhinoceros?
rhinoceroses
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The American Heritage Dictionary also suggests leaving the word unchanged, but I haven't ever heard it:
http://dictionary.reference.com/search?q=rhinoceros
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What is the plural of rhinoceros?
The plural usually forms with an "es". It is important that one doesn't fall into the "rhinoceri" trap.
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