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View synonyms for lapsus linguae
lapsus linguae
[ lahp-soos ling-gwahy; English lap-suhs ling-gwee ]
noun
, Latin.
- a slip of the tongue.
lapsus linguae
/ ˈlɪŋɡwiː /
noun
- a slip of the tongue
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Word History and Origins
Origin of lapsus linguae1
Latin
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Example Sentences
Afterward Mr. Colfax, who was a noted speaker, told me that whenever he made a lapsus linguae, if it amused the audience he never attempted to correct it.
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Reminded that technically the war was over for Russia, Kisselev confessed a "lapsus linguae."
Even a lapsus linguae, "you uns," was unmistakable amidst the high-flown periods.
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Even a lapsus linguae, "you uns." was unmistakable amidst the high-flown periods.
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In his reply, Mr. Van Buren made his only known lapsus linguae by addressing them as the "Democratic corps."
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