misusage
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mis·us·age
(mĭs-yo͞o′sĭj, -zĭj)n.
1. Abusive treatment.
2. Improper application, as of words.
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mis•us•age
(mɪsˈyu sɪdʒ, -zɪdʒ)n.
1. incorrect or improper usage, as of words.
2. bad or abusive treatment.
[1525–35]
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