/ Dictionary / Index P parapraxis: Meaning and Definition of Find definitions for: par•a•prax•is Pronunciation: (par"u-prak'sis), [key] — pl. -prax•es a slip of the tongue or pen, forgetfulness, misplacement of objects, or other error thought to reveal unconscious wishes or attitudes. Cf. Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease. See also: parapraxis (Thesaurus) parapodium paraprofessional Related Content Daily Word Quiz: fervor Analogy of the Day: Today’s Analogy Spelling Bee: Today’s Spelling Bee Frequently Misspelled Words Frequently Mispronounced Words Easily Confused Words Writing & Language