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Anachronism
01
an object from one time period appearing in another where it does not belong
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
anachronisms
Examples
The film featured a wristwatch — an obvious anachronism in a medieval setting.
02
something occurring at a time when it could not have existed or happened
Examples
The speech referenced events that had n't yet occurred — an unintentional anachronism.
03
someone whose behavior, beliefs, or style feels more suited to a different era
Examples
He 's a charming anachronism, still writing letters by hand.
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