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3 | 24% | 10 | Creating an incorrect term or phrase | |
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We think the answer is "MISNOMER" which means:
- noun
- • An incorrect or unsuitable name verb
- • To use a misleading term; to misname.
An example sentence would be:
- • "Using the term 'killer whale' is a misnomer because they are actually dolphins."
- • "Calling the tomato a vegetable is a misnomer since it is technically a fruit."
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