Meaning & use
anachronism
Something placed in a time period where it does not belong, such as an object or idea.
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The wristwatch in the historical film was an obvious anachronism for a story set in 1600.
Critics called the character's modern slang an anachronism in a novel about medieval knights.
A note on using this word
Often used to point out historical inaccuracies in films, books, or artwork.
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