misfetch

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Synonyms: mistetch, miscatch, mismatch, misteach, misfet

Antonyms: mistetch, miscatch, mismatch, misteach, misfet

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|computing}} An error that occurs when the wrong block of code is fetched in advance.
2. {{lb|en|nautical}} The act of [[fetch]]ing to the wrong location.

Verb

1. {{lb|en|computing}} To fetch the wrong block of code or instruction.
2. {{lb|en|nautical}} To steer to the incorrect location when trying to fetch somewhere.

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