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solecism
An erroneous or improper usage.
(grammar) Error in the use of language.
(by extension) A faux pas or breach of etiquette; a transgression against the norms of expected behavior.
💬 Quotations
The idea of having committed the slightest solecism in politeness, whether real or imaginary, was agony to him; for perhaps even guilt itself does not impose upon some minds so keen a sense of shame and remorse, as a modest, sensitive, and inexperienced youth feels from the consciousness of having neglected etiquette or excited ridicule.