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Incorrect Etymology:

Word: Serendipitous
Incorrect Etymology: From the Persian word "sarandib," meaning "fortunate place"

Correct Etymology:

Etymology: From the Latin "Serendipus," the name of a prince from the fairy tale "The Three Princes of Serendip" who was always making happy discoveries by accident.

Incorrect Meaning:

Correct Meaning:

Meaning: A happy accident or discovery made by chance while looking for something else.

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