We’ve all used them from time to time. They are called ‘malaprops.’ These are words that are unintentionally misused by confusing two different words with similar sounds.
The legendary comedian, Norm Cosby, was famous for his use of malaprops. He would always speak from this ‘diagram’ and drink ‘decapitated coffee.’ Even Gilda Radner’s character on Saturday [...]
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Posted in malaprops, tagged malaprops, misused words, Spell Check on July 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
