What does anachronism mean?
An object or element that is out of place in terms of time, often appearing in a context where it does not belong, especially in a historical or cultural sense. An object or idea that is considered to be from a different time period.
Example
"The use of a smartphone in a medieval painting is an anachronism."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.