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catachrestic
 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective catachrestic has 1 sense
  1. catachrestic, catachrestical - constituting or characterized by or given to catachresis

Definitions from the Web

catachrestic

Adjective:

  1. Using a word incorrectly or inappropriately.

Example sentences:

  • His catachrestic use of technical jargon baffled the audience.
  • The catachrestic interpretation of the law led to confusion and miscommunication.

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