Misnomer
EN→ZH
What Does Misnomer Mean?
- 误称
- 错误的名称
- 不适当的名称
Misnomer Pronunciation
/mɪsˈnoʊmər/
Misnomer Definition
noun
Definition
A wrong or inaccurate name or designation.
In ZH
错误或不准确的名称或称谓。
How to Use Misnomer in a Sentence
- Calling a whale a fish is a misnomer.
- The term 'koala bear' is a misnomer since koalas are not bears.
- Using 'Indian' to describe indigenous peoples is often considered a misnomer.
- The name 'French horn' is actually a misnomer; it originated in Germany.
- Misnomer can lead to misunderstandings in both law and everyday language.