Definition of "misuse" in Englisch

noun

1. An incorrect, improper or unlawful use of something.

verb

1. (transitive) To use (something) incorrectly.

2. (transitive) To abuse or mistreat (something or someone).

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

4. (obsolete, transitive) To abuse verbally, to insult.