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Etymology edit

Borrowed from Latin miscellāneus, from miscellus (mixed), from misceō (mix).

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  • IPA(key): /ˌmɪsəˈleɪnɪəs/
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  • Rhymes: -eɪnɪəs

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miscellaneous (comparative more miscellaneous, superlative most miscellaneous)

  1. Consisting of a variety of ingredients or parts.
    A miscellaneous pile of clothing, buttons, tools and other junk.
  2. Having diverse characteristics, abilities or appearances.

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