😅spoonerism

noun
/ˈspuːnərɪzəm/

Meaning

A verbal error in which the initial sounds of words are swapped to create a humorous effect.

Example Sentences

He made a spoonerism by saying 'queer old dean' instead of 'dear old queen'.

Synonyms

slip of the tongue, wordplay, malapropism, error

Antonyms

clarity, accuracy, correctness

Collocations

classic spoonerism, humorous spoonerism, accidental spoonerism

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