Malapropism - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A malapropism (also called a Dogberryism , acyrologia , or " Rickyism ") is the substitution of a word for a word with a similar sound, in which the resulting phrase makes no sense but often c...
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Malapropism - Definition of Malapropism at Dictionary.com a free online dictionary with pronunciation, synonyms, and translation of Malapropism. Word of the Day and Crossword Puzzles. ... Learn more about malapropism with a free trial on Britannica.com...
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When an incorrect word is used like this, a malapropism is born. Here is a handful of genuine malapropisms gathered from across the Internet: ... The word malapropism comes from the fictitious character of Mrs. Malaprop. Find out more about Mrs. Malaprop and her original malapropisms.
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www.fun-with-words.com/malapropisms.html
www.fun-with-words.com/malapropisms.html
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Definition of malapropism from the Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary with audio pronunciations, thesaurus, Word of the Day, and word games. ... Learn more about "MALAPROPISM" and related topics at Britannica.com...
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www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/MALAPROPISM
www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/MALAPROPISM
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Absurd or humorous misuse of a word, especially by confusion with one of similar sound. ... "A malapropism does not have to be amusing or surprising. It does not have to be based on a cliche and of course it does not have to be intentional. There need be no play on words, no hint of deliberate pun.";
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malapropism n. Ludicrous misuse of a word, especially by confusion with one of similar sound. An example of such misuse ... Ringo Starr's Aunt Jessie also used a malapropism in Magical Mystery Tour: "Don't get historical!" (i.e., hysterical)
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www.answers.com/topic/malapropism
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Statement Malapropism Correct Word ... - Identify the malapropism in each statement. - What image of George W. Bush is the collector of these statements trying to present? Do you think that this person will vote for Bush in the election?
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www.riverdeep.net/current/2000/07/070700_malaprop.jhtml
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1. unintentional use of wrong word: the misuse of a word through confusion with another word that sounds similar, especially when the effect is ridiculous; ... 2. example of malapropism: an instance of using malapropism; ... [Early 19th century. After Mrs. Malaprop (<malapropos), character in Richard Sheridan's play The Rivals]
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encarta.msn.com/dictionary_/malapropism.html
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Malapropisms - Definition of 'Malapropisms' from our glossary of English linguistic and grammatical terms containing explanations and cross-references to other relevant English grammar terms. ... A politician is alleged to have said that he would support a colleague to the best of his "mobility", ... Become a Member...
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www.usingenglish.com/glossary/malapropism.html
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