misbrand
[ mis-brand ]
/ mɪsˈbrænd /
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verb (used with object)
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Question 1 of 7
Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
TAKE THE QUIZ TO FIND OUT Words nearby misbrand
misbegotten, misbehave, misbehavior, misbelief, misbelieve, misbrand, misc., miscalculate, miscall, miscanthus, miscarriage
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Example sentences from the Web for misbrand
Under no circumstances is it advisable to make any misstatements or misbrand in any respect.
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