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Webster 1913 Edition


Incorrection

Inˊcor-rec′tion

,
Noun.
[Pref.
in-
not +
correction
: cf. F.
incorrection
.]
Lack of correction, restraint, or discipline.
[Obs.]
Arnway.

Webster 1828 Edition


Incorrection

INCORREC'TION

,
Noun.
Want of correction.

Definition 2024


incorrection

incorrection

English

Noun

incorrection (plural incorrections)

  1. Lack of correction or discipline; error
  2. (neologism) A false correction.

Synonyms

  • (lack of correction): Wikisaurus:error
  • (false correction): paradiorthosis

French

Noun

incorrection f (plural incorrections)

  1. A fault, default or impropriety, especially of language.
  2. State of what is incorrect.
  3. (dated) Character of what goes against courtesy and politeness.
  4. (dated) Act displaying such character.