2. malapropisms
3. malapropism: The use of a word souding somewhat like the one intended but humorously wrong in the context. (Vocabulary for Achievement)
4. Malapropisms often occur in conversations and can cause ridiculous misunderstandings; fortunately, most people confirm with the speaker when the phrase seems out of context and the confusion is cleared.
5. Malapropisms can really alter the entire meaning of the text in a hilarious way.
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