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miscellaneous

[ˌmɪsəˈleɪniəs]

miscellaneous Definition

  • 1consisting of various kinds of things that are not necessarily connected with each other
  • 2having many different aspects or qualities

Using miscellaneous: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "miscellaneous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The box contained miscellaneous items such as pens, paper clips, and rubber bands.

  • Example

    The museum's collection includes a miscellaneous assortment of artifacts from different cultures and time periods.

  • Example

    The book is a collection of miscellaneous essays on various topics.

miscellaneous Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for miscellaneous

Antonyms for miscellaneous

Phrases with miscellaneous

  • miscellaneous expenses

    small, unclassified expenses that do not fit into any specific category

    Example

    The company reimburses miscellaneous expenses such as parking fees and tolls.

  • income from sources that are not part of one's regular job or business

    Example

    She reported miscellaneous income from freelance work and investments on her tax return.

  • miscellaneous charges

    additional fees or costs that are not included in the main price

    Example

    The hotel bill included miscellaneous charges for room service and phone calls.

Origins of miscellaneous

from Latin 'miscellaneus', meaning 'mixed'

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Summary: miscellaneous in Brief

The term 'miscellaneous' [ˌmɪsəˈleɪniəs] refers to a collection of various kinds of things that are not necessarily connected with each other. It can describe a range of objects, ideas, or qualities, as in 'The museum's collection includes a miscellaneous assortment of artifacts from different cultures and time periods.' 'Miscellaneous' also applies to financial contexts, such as 'miscellaneous expenses,' which are small, unclassified expenses that do not fit into any specific category.