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Definition misnomer in British English

misnomer noun

[countable] noun
/mɪsˈnəʊmə(r)/
1

a name or description that is incorrect or unsuitable

Example

Cottage is perhaps a misnomer for such a large house.

Example

'Lucky' seemed a bit of misnomer for the unfortunate little dog.

Synonyms and related words
aka alias alias
Definition misnomer in British English