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Malapropism definition and meaning in real context with examples and explanations. Improve your linguistic knowledge and perfect your scientific vocabulary in context. Practice reading and listening comprehension with malapropism. /ˈmæl.ə.prɒp.ɪ.zəm/ (noun) Malapropism definition unintentional use of wrong words that share a similar pronunciation which could yield ridiculous or humorous results in linguistics, slip of the tongue, misapplication of words Related vocabulary solecism, spoonerism Example A malapropism is the misuse of a word that has a similar sound to the correct word. Malapropisms, formerly known as malaprops, can add a comic effect and complexity to speech and written works. Malapropisms are ...

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