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Misnomer
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What's The Definition Of Misnomer?
[n] an incorrect or unsuitable name
Synonyms | Synonyms for Misnomer: Related Terms | Find terms related to Misnomer: See Also | name Misnomer In Webster's Dictionary \Mis*no"mer\, n. [OF. pref. mes- amiss, wrong (L. minus
less) + F. nommer to name, L. nominare, fr. nomen name. See
{Name}.]
The misnaming of a person in a legal instrument, as in a
complaint or indictment; any misnaming of a person or thing;
a wrong or inapplicable name or title.
Many of the changes, by a great misnomer, called
parliamentary ``reforms''. --Burke.
The word ``synonym'' is fact a misnomer. --Whatel?.
\Mis*no"mer\, v. t. To misname. [R.] |
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