Misusage

noun

noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Improper usage (especially of words).
  2. 2
    Abuse; improper handling or treatment.

Synonyms

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abuseabuse of officeanacoluthonantiphrasisbarbarismbefoulment

Etymology

From mis- + usage.

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