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misnomer

noun

/ˌmɪsˈnoʊmər/

Meaning

A wrong or inaccurate name or designation.

Calling the tiny dog a 'giant' is a misnomer.

mislabel, mistake, error, inaccuracy, false name

accurate term, correct name

common misnomer, slight misnomer, historical misnomer

a wide, flat-bottomed cooking utensil used for frying, searing, and browning foods

a long mournful complaint or lamentation; a list of woes; a prolonged expression of grief

The state or fact of lasting only for a short time; impermanence.

A line of writing in poetry; a section of a song or poem.

a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects

The ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness.