misusage en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *mey-? Proto-Indo-European *meyth₂-der. Proto-Germanic *missaz Proto-Germanic *missa- Proto-West Germanic *missa- Old English mis- Middle English mys- English mis- Anglo-Norman usagebor. Middle English usage English usage English misusage From mis- + usage.
Meanings
- Improper usage (especially of words).
- Abuse; improper handling or treatment.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| misusages | Number=Plur | lexicographic |