Catachresis
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkæt.əˈkɹiː.sɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Catachresis is a noun meaning A misuse of a word; an application of a term to something which it does not properly denote.
Meaning
A misuse of a word; an application of a term to something which it does not properly denote.
More Meanings
- (rhetoric) A misapplication or overextension of a figurative or analogical description; a wrongly applied metaphor or trope.
Example Sentences
A Catachresis terms abused receives, And epithets and attributes improper gives.
Word Forms
- catachreses
- catechresis
Synonyms for catachresis
Depending on context, synonyms include malapropism, abusio.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include abusio, misapplication, misusage, malapropism, underextension, misnomer.
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