misfit
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mis·fit

noun \ˈmis-ˌfit also ˌmis-ˈfit\

Definition of MISFIT

1
: something that fits badly
2
: a person who is poorly adapted to a situation or environment <social misfits>

First Known Use of MISFIT

circa 1823

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