The plural of "magic"? (Was: Harry's shortest stay at Privet Drive)

[tipgardner]

No: HPFGUIDX 93528

> >Tip had responded to the plural of magic question without confidence:
>  > P. S. What *is* the plural of 'magic', anyway?
> 
> Magic?
> 
> Carol:
> Since you're the second person who's asked, I'll take a stab at it.
> "Magic" doesn't seem to have a plural; it's more or less a collective
> noun like "art"

Tip replied gratefully:
Sorry, yes, we're saying the same thing.  I was just saying it like an
ignorant schoolboy afraid to answer Professor Snape for fear of losing
house points and you were stating it boldly with the confidence you
have earned.

Thanks!

Tip Gardner

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