Misapply
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌmɪsəˈplaɪ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Misapply is a verb meaning To apply incorrectly; to misuse.
Meaning
To apply incorrectly; to misuse.
Example Sentences
It may be that the jury in this case have misapplied the rule laid down by this Court, but not in favour of the defendants. I cannot help thinking they might well have held the watercourse to be the true boundary line between the two properties.
Word Forms
- misapplies
- misapplying
- misapplied
Synonyms for misapply
Depending on context, synonyms include misuse.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include misuse, misemploy, misutilize, misoperate, misexecute, misplace.
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