Caconym
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Caconym is a noun meaning An incorrect name for something, especially in taxonomic classification.
Meaning
An incorrect name for something, especially in taxonomic classification.
Word Forms
- caconyms
Synonyms for caconym
Depending on context, synonyms include misnomer.
Antonyms for caconym
Common opposites include euonym.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include caconymy, econym, cacoepy, caenobium, concostracan, cognomen.
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