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1 | 99% | 8 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 34% | 11 | Skinflint | |
3 | 34% | 11 | Skinflint tendencies | |
Skinflint Has No Money Thats The Wrong Description Crossword Clue
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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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