misapplication
Noun
The misuse of something, incorrectly using (applying) something, a wrong application.
Usage- Countable
- Uncountable
- Examples
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Trying to open a paint can with a chisel is a misapplication of the tool.
More examples (1)
Julia Farrington, head of arts at Index on Censorship, argues that extra powers to ban violent videos online will "end up too broad and open to misapplication, which would damage freedom of expression".
Noun
wrong use or application
- Broader terms
the fraudulent appropriation of funds or property entrusted to your care but actually owned by someone else
Word forms
misapplications