Misinflate

verb

verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    To inflate improperly.

    "This unit uses sophiscated integrated circuits, so the machine itself can tell you if the cuff is misaligned or misinflated or if the batteries are weak."

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"This unit uses sophiscated integrated circuits, so the machine itself can tell you if the cuff is misaligned or misinflated or if the batteries are weak."

Etymology

From mis- + inflate.

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