👉 "Undercorrect" in linguistics refers to a grammatical error that occurs when a word is used incorrectly, which can lead to incorrect meaning or context. This type of error occurs frequently in written and spoken language, particularly when the speaker is not aware of their own mistakes. Undercorrects are often attributed to a lack of awareness or understanding of the intended meaning, as well as an inability to correctly use the correct word for the intended purpose.
