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English to English noun
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improper or excessive use |  | Example: alcohol abuse
the abuse of public funds
source: wordnet30
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Wrong use; misapplication; erroneous or improper use. | | source: webster1913
verb
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apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly | | Example: The words are misapplied in this context
You are misapplying the name of this religious group
source: wordnet30
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change the inherent purpose or function of something | | Example: Don't abuse the system
The director of the factory misused the funds intended for the health care of his workers
source: wordnet30
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To treat or use improperly; to use to a bad purpose; to misapply; as, to misuse one's talents. | | source: webster1913
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