I wanted to be sure I understood this term.  According
to my infamous dictionary reference
http://www.yourdictionary.com, anachronisms have to do
with time and chronology.

So, in the case presented, it wouldn't be an
anachronism (but I do like the word).


--- Michael Epp <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> At our living history museum, we often use the term
> "anachronism," not only
> when discussing material culture items that are out
> of place, but verbal
> presentations as well.

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