misuse

/mɪsˈjuːs/

noun

  1. 1

    An incorrect, improper or unlawful use of something.

verb

  1. 1

    To use (something) incorrectly.

  2. 2

    To abuse or mistreat (something or someone).

  3. 3

    To rape (a woman); later more generally, to sexually abuse (someone).

  4. 4

    To abuse verbally, to insult.

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