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misfit

noun mis·fit \ˈmis-ˌfit also ˌmis-ˈfit\

: a person who is different from other people and who does not seem to belong in a particular group or situation

Full Definition of MISFIT

1
:  something that fits badly
2
:  a person who is poorly adapted to a situation or environment <social misfits>
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First Known Use of MISFIT

circa 1823
MISFIT Defined for Kids

misfit

noun mis·fit \mis-ˈfit, ˈmis-ˌfit\

Definition of MISFIT for Kids

1
:  something that is the wrong shape or size or is inappropriate
2
:  a person who does not seem to belong in a particular group or situation

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