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Definitions from the WebGhost WordA ghost word is a term that has been mistakenly created or recorded due to a misinterpretation, error, or misunderstanding during the compilation of a dictionary. These false words often go unnoticed for years, sometimes even being included in multiple editions of dictionaries before being recognized as fictitious. Examples:Sense 1: Mistaken CreationExample definition: A ghost word can be a term mistakenly created during the process of compiling a dictionary. Example sentence: The word "dord" was a ghost word in the Webster's New International Dictionary for years before it was discovered and removed. Sense 2: Recording ErrorsExample definition: A ghost word can also be a word that is incorrectly recorded or misinterpreted. Example sentence: The ghost word "abacot" appeared in some early dictionaries, but it was later found to be a misprint of "abaco," the Spanish word for abacus. Related Products:Search for Dictionaries on Amazon Search for Etymology Books on Amazon | ||||
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