What does malapropism mean?
The incorrect use of a word, often a word of similar sound but different meaning, in place of a word with the intended meaning. This can be done intentionally for humorous effect or unintentionally due to ignorance or confusion.
Example
"The politician's malapropism, saying 'he's a wolf in cheap clothing' instead of 'he's a wolf in sheep's clothing', was widely ridiculed."
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