misinterpretation
/ˌmɪsɪnˌtɜrprɪˈteɪʃən/
noun
- An incorrect understanding or explanation of something.
- The comedian's joke led to a serious misinterpretation by the audience.
- A common misinterpretation of the law is that it applies to all online activity.
- His misinterpretation of the map caused them to get lost for hours.
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