I. -ˈyüz transitive verb
Etymology: Middle English, partly from mis- + usen to use; partly from Middle French mesuser to abuse, from Old French, from mes- + user to use
Date: 14th century
1. : to use incorrectly : misapply
misused his talents
2. : abuse , mistreat
misused his servants
• mis·us·er noun
II. -ˈyüs noun
Date: 14th century
: incorrect or improper use : misapplication