misused
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B2
/mɪsˈjuːzd/
(misuse)
incorrect use
Etymology
Etymology Information
'misuse' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'misusen,' where 'mis-' meant 'wrongly' and 'usen' meant 'to use.'
Historical Evolution
'misusen' transformed into the modern English word 'misuse' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to use something wrongly,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'misuse'.
The tool was misused, leading to an accident.
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Last updated: 2025/03/08 03:06