misnomers Antonyms
Meaning of misnomers
misnomers
a wrong name or inappropriate designation, the misnaming of a person in a legal document or proceeding (as in a complaint or indictment), the institution of proceedings against and service of process on the correct party using the incorrect name compare idem sonans, a wrong or unsuitable name, the misnaming of a person in a legal instrument, a use of a wrong or inappropriate name
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a wrong name or inappropriate designation, the misnaming of a person in a legal document or proceeding (as in a complaint or indictment), the institution of pro
diminutives, nomenclatures,monikers, designations, nicknames, Christian names, pseudonyms, titles, maiden names, surnames
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The term "dumbbell" is a misnomer, as the object is far from mindless.
The "greenhouse effect" is a misnomer, since greenhouses actually trap heat rather than producing it.
"Dry cleaning" is a misnomer, as the process typically involves the use of solvents rather than water.
The "Great Depression" is a misnomer, as it was a global phenomenon rather than solely affecting the United States.
