noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

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

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abuseabuse of officeanacoluthonantiphrasisbarbarismbefoulment

Antonyms

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usagesusovocabulary usage

Etymology

From mis- + usage.