Faux pas

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A faux pas (/ˌfoʊˈpɑː/ plural: faux pas /ˌfoʊˈpɑːz/) is a socially awkward or tactless act, especially one that violates accepted social norms, standard customs, or the rules of etiquette.[1]

The expression faux pas comes from French, where it means "false step", "misstep" (in a physical as well as a figurative sense).[2] It has been used in English for over 300 years.[3] Synonyms include gaffe and (social) blunder.

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  1. ↑ faux pas – Definition from Longman English Dictionary Online
  2. ↑ Faux pas – Definition and More from the Merriam-Webster Dictionary
  3. ↑ faux pas in Dictionary.com


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