Multis

Multis is an informal plural shorthand derived from the prefix multi- meaning many. It appears in several technical and professional communities to signal “multiple” items or components. Because it is informal, its precise meaning depends on context and it is not a standardized term.

Common uses include:

- Cryptography and blockchain: in discussions of multisignature (multisig) wallets or schemes, "multis" can refer to a multisig setup or to multiple multisig configurations (for example, 2-of-3 or 3-of-5).

- Sports and events: among athletes and organizers, "the multis" may refer to multi-discipline or multi-sport events, or to the group of events comprising a multisport competition such as triathlon or decathlon.

- Software, systems, and product development: teams may use "multis" to denote multi-component releases, bundles, or modules.

Usage notes: Because it is jargon, readers should define the term when first used and avoid using it in formal writing.

Etymology: formed from the prefix multi- plus the plural suffix -s. See also multisignature; multi- in general.