how to write the plural of latin and greek words in english

[Sean Edwards]

Thomas,
....not to mention agenda, which are.....

And yes, Manmeet, you are right that gladiolus etc. are common
"English" names, but then why try to latinize them except, as you
say, for common practice?

Sean

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