mislink
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/ˌmɪsˈlɪŋk/
incorrect connection
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mislink' originates from the prefix 'mis-' meaning 'wrongly' and the word 'link' from Old English 'hlencan' meaning 'to join or connect'.
Historical Evolution
'mislink' evolved from the combination of 'mis-' and 'link', maintaining its meaning of incorrect connection.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to connect wrongly', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to connect or associate incorrectly.
The website mislinked the article to an unrelated page.
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Last updated: 2025/07/25 23:19