nounmasculinepl: maus usos
misuse
1. Incorrect, improper, or harmful use of something
The misuse of antibiotics can lead to resistance.
O mau uso de antibióticos pode levar à resistência.
2. Abuse or wrongful exploitation of power, resources, or privileges
The company was fined for misuse of customer data.
A empresa foi multada pelo mau uso de dados dos clientes.
3. Improper handling or application of a tool, substance, or system
Malpractice resulted from the misuse of medical equipment.
A negligência resultou do mau uso de equipamento médico.
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