misuses
|mis-use-s|
B2
/ˌmɪsˈjuːzɪz/
(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 wrongly,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the incorrect or improper use of something.
The misuse of company funds led to a financial crisis.
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Last updated: 2025/04/12 10:55