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Anachronism

Noun: Anachronism refers to something or someone that is placed in a time period different from when it actually existed or when it would be appropriate.

Sense 1: An error in chronology or dating.

Sample Sentence: The movie set in ancient Rome featured a character wearing a wristwatch, which was a hilarious anachronism.

Sense 2: A person, thing, or idea that is considered old-fashioned or outdated in a particular context.

Sample Sentence: Using a typewriter in today's digital age is seen as an anachronism.

Sense 3: An intentional use of a person, thing, or idea from the past in a modern context.

Sample Sentence: The play cleverly incorporated anachronisms by having characters in Victorian-era costumes using smartphones.

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