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miscellaneous

/ˌmɪs.əˈleɪ.ni.əs/
mis · cel · la · ne · ous
Adverb:miscellaneously
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1

Consisting of a mixture of various things that are not usually connected with each other; composed of diverse elements or types.

Example

"She kept a box of miscellaneous items, including spare keys, old receipts, and loose buttons, in the top drawer of her desk."

2

Possessing many different qualities, capabilities, or aspects; multifaceted (of a person or thing).

Example

"The scholar was known for his miscellaneous talents, ranging from classical philology to botanical illustration."

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• Rhymes for miscellaneous

• Nearby Words

miscarriage
miscarry
miscast
miscellaneous
miscellaneously
mischance
mischaracterization

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 17th century from Latin miscellaneus ('mixed, assorted'), from miscellus ('mixed'), ultimately derived from the verb miscere ('to mix').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Miscellaneous. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/miscellaneous
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