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slip of the ear
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a mishearing or misinterpretation of speech or sound due to perceptual or cognitive factors

What is a "slip of the ear"?

A slip of the ear refers to a mistake in hearing or understanding spoken language, where an individual misinterprets or mishears words or phrases. This can happen when background noise is present, when the speaker's pronunciation is unclear, or when the listener's attention is divided. The result may be a misunderstanding of the message, leading to confusion or an incorrect response. For example, someone might hear "I have a cat" as "I have a hat." Slips of the ear are common in everyday conversations and are usually harmless, although they can sometimes lead to humorous or awkward situations.

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