Meaning & Definition of word "Misplace"
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Misplace
/mɪsˈpleɪs/
verb:
- 1. to put (something) in a place where it cannot be found.
- Example: I tend to misplace my keys whenever I'm in a hurry.
- 2. to assign (something) to the wrong place or context.
- Example: The historian misplaces the origin of the artifact by several centuries.
- 3. to lose track of (an idea, thought, or feeling) temporarily.
- Example: During the discussion, I misplace my initial argument and couldn't recall it.
Etymology
The prefix 'mis-' meaning wrongfully or badly combined with 'place'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
misplaced trust:
A trust that is given to someone who does not deserve it.
misplaced priorities:
Having priorities in the wrong order.
misplaced anger:
Expressing anger in an inappropriate context.
Related Words
mislay:
To lose something temporarily by putting it in a wrong place.
displace:
To move something from its proper place.
Slang Meanings of misplace
Meaning: Space out
Example Sentence: I totally spaced out and misplaced my phone.
Meaning: Lost in the mix
Example Sentence: I lost my wallet in the mix when I went to that party.