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misappropriation

The English word “misappropriation” has 2 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. The wrongful, fraudulent or corrupt use of other's funds in one's care.
  2. The wrongful, incorrect or dishonest use of something, such as information.

Etymology

From mis- + appropriation.

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