misconnect

/ˌmɪskəˈnɛkt/
verb
  1. To connect something incorrectly, such as wires, cables, or devices.
    • I misconnected the cables, so the printer wouldn't turn on.
    • He misconnected the hose to the wrong faucet and flooded the yard.
    • If you misconnect the wires, the circuit could short out.
  2. To fail to establish a proper communication or emotional link with someone.
    • The speaker misconnected with the audience, and the talk felt awkward.
    • They seemed to misconnect during the conversation, each misunderstanding the other.
    • The two friends misconnected after the argument and stopped talking.
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