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MALAPROPISM

the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase

The meaning of the word malapropism is the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase.

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odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
metricalof, relating to, or composed in meter
ambiguousdoubtful or uncertain especially from obscurity or indistinctness
generateto bring into existence: such as
decryto depreciate (something, such as a coin) officially or publicly
intermediarymediator
venalcapable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable
smeltany of a family (Osmeridae) of small bony fishes that closely resemble the trouts in general structure, live along coasts and ascend rivers to spawn or are landlocked, and have delicate oily flesh with a distinctive odor and taste
adulationextreme or excessive admiration or flattery
frockan outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit