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Meaning of solecism

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

solecism

Pronunciation:/ˈsɒlɪsɪzəm//ˈsoʊlɪsɪzəm/

noun

Definitions

  1. An erroneous or improper usage.

  2. (grammar) Error in the use of language.

  3. A faux pas or breach of etiquette; a transgression against the norms of expected behavior.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/solecism

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gaucheriegaffefaux passlipignorantismmislocutionmisusageincorrection