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mismachine en · VERB

Etymology

From mis- + machine.

Meanings

1. To machine incorrectly; to fail to shape perfectly.
   • The discharge of the grievant, which is being arbitrated, was precipitated by the charge that the grievant mismachined a rail, compounded by the fact that he denied responsibility for the condition and became hostile and abusive when confronted with the situation. 1961, Daily Labor Report - Issues 63-82, page 494:
   • Yes, I did mismachine that part - and it cost the company money. But I'm human and I'm entitled to my mistakes. 1962, Woodworking & Furniture Digest - Volume 64, Issues 1-6, page 54:
   • The process also makes possible the salvaging of expensive titanium parts that have been mismachined or have worn through use. 1971, Modern Metals - Volume 27, page 89:

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