wrong end of the stick

English

Noun

wrong end of the stick

  1. A wrong idea about something, a misconception.
    As usual, the newspapers got hold of the wrong end of the stick and stated the whole problem in reverse.

Usage notes
  • Usually expressed as get hold of the wrong end of the stick, or grasp the wrong end of the stick, or other similar form.
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