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Definition misconception in American English

misconception noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ˌmɪskənˈsepʃ(ə)n/
1

a wrong belief or opinion as a result of not understanding something

Example

The question is open to misconception.

Example

the misconception that men prefer slim women

Example

a common/popular misconception (=one that many people have)

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Definition misconception in American English