misapplication
misapplication · misapplications
The misuse of something, incorrectly using something, a wrong applicationThe misuse of something, incorrectly using (applying) something, a wrong application.
US/mɪsˌæpləkˈeɪʃən/
Meaning
1 senses(countable, uncountable)The misuse of something, incorrectly using (applying) something, a wrong application.
Trying to open a paint can with a chisel is a misapplication of the tool.
wrong use or application
Forms
plural: misapplications| Singular | misapplication |
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regular
Synonyms
4 synonymsClose in meaning
- the fraudulent appropriation of funds or property entrusted to your care but actually owned by someone else:embezzlementpeculationdefalcationmisappropriation
Word family
1 related wordsRelatedmisapply
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable