parapraxis

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English

Etymology

para- +‎ praxis

Noun

parapraxis (plural parapraxes)

A mistake, such as a slip of the tongue, that reveals a concealed thought or motive.

Synonyms

Freudian slip

See also

slip of the tongue

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