Etymology

rogue apostrophe

Today it means: Synonym of greengrocer's apostrophe. Full definition →

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From rogue (adj.) in the sense “solitary, unpredictable” (as a rogue elephant), referring to the apostrophe's incorrect usage or misplaced presence.

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