What is another word for folk etymology?
Pronunciation: [fˈə͡ʊk ˌɛtɪmˈɒləd͡ʒi] (IPA) 
Folk etymology is the process of creating new words or phrases by mistakenly altering existing ones, often resulting in a new meaning that deviates from the original. There are several synonyms for this term, including popular etymology, false etymology, and etymythology. These terms all refer to the same concept of the erroneous interpretation of words or phrases. Another similar term is rebracketing, which refers to the process of splitting a word incorrectly and creating a new meaning for each part. Regardless of the term used, folk etymology can often be humorous and creative, but it can also lead to confusion and misunderstandings in communication.
