The meaning of MISUSE is to use incorrectly : misapply. How to use misuse in a sentence.

MISUSING definition: 1. present participle of misuse 2. to use something in an unsuitable way or in a way that was not…. Learn more.

Define misusing. misusing synonyms, misusing pronunciation, misusing translation, English dictionary definition of misusing. tr.v. mis·used , mis·us·ing , mis·us·es 1. To use incorrectly. 2. To mistreat or …

Misuse is using something incorrectly or in a harmful way. I warned you that repeated misuse of your cellphone would break it — I can't believe you were texting in the shower!

If someone misuses something, they use it incorrectly, carelessly, or dishonestly. You are protected instantly if a thief misuses your credit card. [VERB noun] She misused her position in the …

He feels he has been misused [= (more commonly) mistreated] by the press. No refunds will be offered on products damaged by/through misuse. She's charged with misuse of company funds.

Definition of misuse noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Misusing refers to the act of using something inappropriately or in a way that is not intended. It implies a misuse of one's powers, tools, or responsibilities. This term is commonly used in legal and ethical …

mis•use /n. mɪsˈyus; v. -ˈyuz/ n., v., -used, -us•ing. n. wrong or improper use: [uncountable] The principal was dismissed for misuse of school funds. [countable] a misuse of the word "appropriately.'' to use …

MISUSE definition: wrong or improper use; misapplication. See examples of misuse used in a sentence.