misuse
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(noun) improper or excessive use |
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Synonyms: abuse |
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Related Words: drug abuse, employment, exercise, habit, substance abuse, usage, use, utilisation, utilization |
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(verb) change the inherent purpose or function of something |
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Synonyms: abuse, pervert |
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Related Words: expend, fracture, take in vain, use |
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| 3. |
(verb) apply badly or incorrectly |
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Synonyms: misapply |
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Related Words: apply, employ, use, utilise, utilize |
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