misspelling

noun

mis·​spell·​ing ˌmis-ˈspe-liŋ How to pronounce misspelling (audio)
: an incorrect spelling

Examples of misspelling in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Note: The transcript contains misspellings and typographical errors, which are reflected in this article. Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC News, 27 June 2024 Previously, a first-edition Harry Potter book with two obvious misspellings sold for $34,500. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 June 2024 The eight names turned out to be alternate spellings and misspellings of my immigrant-y moniker: Daniel Devise. Daniel De Visé, USA TODAY, 26 May 2024 The reviews were littered with misspellings and used a similar style of nonstandard grammar, capitalization and punctuation. Jon Schuppe, NBC News, 14 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for misspelling 

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Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of misspelling was in 1582

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Cite this Entry

“Misspelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/misspelling. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

misspelling

noun
mis·​spell·​ing (ˈ)mis-ˈspel-iŋ How to pronounce misspelling (audio)
: an incorrect spelling

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