Misnomer

"French fries" are a misnomer because they are believed to have originated in Belgium.

"The term 'Indian summer' is a misnomer because it has nothing to do with India."

"Rocky Mountains" is a misnomer since there are many peaks and not just one mountain.

"The 'Department of Justice' is a misnomer when it is actually being used for political purposes."

"The 'Free Range' eggs label is a misnomer because the chickens are not always allowed outside."

"The 'Spanish flu' actually originated in the United States, so the name is a misnomer."

The term "chop suey" is a misnomer, as it is not an authentic Chinese dish.

"The term 'killer whale' is a misnomer because they are actually a type of dolphin."

"The term 'easy to use' on the packaging is a misnomer since the product requires complicated assembly."

The "Pacific" ocean is a misnomer because it is not peaceful at all times.

"The term 'non-toxic' on the label is a misnomer since it contains harmful chemicals."

"The 'Right to Work' law is a misnomer since it weakens labor unions."

"The term 'all-natural' on the packaging is a misnomer since it contains artificial flavors and colors."

"The 'All You Can Eat' buffet is a misnomer because there are limits to how much you can eat."

"The 'National Security Agency' is a misnomer since it is spying on its own citizens."

"The 'Free Trade Agreement' is a misnomer since it restricts certain types of trade."

"Calling a chihuahua a 'teacup dog' is a misnomer, as there is no such breed recognized by kennel clubs."

The name "apple cider" is a misnomer since it often contains no alcohol.

"The shooting star is a misnomer, as it is actually a meteoroid."

The term "black box" is a misnomer for the flight recorder, which is actually bright orange.

"The common cold is a misnomer, as it is caused by many different viruses."

Calling a vegetarian dish "chicken salad" is a misnomer.

"The 'War on Drugs' is a misnomer since it has led to mass incarceration."

"The term 'gas station' is a misnomer because many also sell convenience items and snacks."

"The 'Safari Park' is a misnomer because it is not an actual safari."

"The jellyfish is a misnomer, as it is not actually made of jelly."

"The koala bear is a misnomer, as it is not a bear but a marsupial."

The phrase "Indian summer" is a misnomer since it has nothing to do with India or summer.

"The firefly is a misnomer, as it is actually a beetle."

"The 'North Star' is actually a misnomer, as it's not the brightest star in the sky."

The name "koala bear" is a misnomer, as koalas are not bears.

"The word 'hamburger' is a misnomer since it doesn't actually contain any ham."

The term "spider veins" is a misnomer because they are actually broken capillaries, not veins.

"The 'English muffin' is actually an American invention, so the name is a misnomer."

The term "veggie burger" is a misnomer since it contains no meat.

"The peanut is a misnomer, as it is actually a legume."

The name "Mongolian barbecue" is a misnomer, as it does not originate from Mongolia and is not a traditional barbecue.

"The 'Freedom Caucus' is a misnomer since it advocates for limited government intervention."

The term "whale shark" is a misnomer because it is not a whale at all.

"The 'Vegan Leather' jacket is a misnomer because it is not made from animal skin."

The term "white elephant" is a misnomer, as real white elephants are not actually white.