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dragons (noun)

Mythical, often large and powerful, lizard-like creatures with wings and the ability to breathe fire, appearing in the folklore of many cultures around the world. As the plural form of 'dragon', it refers to multiple such beings or the general species in legends.

💬 Example

"The ancient maps were marked with 'Here be dragons' at the edges of the world."

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a DRAG queen on a wagon: DRAG-ONS. Or think of 'DRAGging' a 'TON' of gold: DRAG-ONS.

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

The dragons is flying. → The dragons are flying.

I saw a dragons. → I saw a dragon. / I saw dragons.

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