誤称 (ごしょう) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
misnomer; misnaming; miscalling
Refers to an incorrect name or term, or the act of calling something by the wrong name. Often used in formal or critical contexts.
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He mistakenly called the plant by the wrong name.