misplacement
/ˌmɪsˈpleɪsmənt/
noun
- The act or result of putting something in the wrong place and losing it temporarily.
- The misplacement of my passport caused a delay at the airport.
- Frequent misplacement of tools frustrated the carpenter.
- A simple misplacement of the file led to hours of searching.
- The act of directing something (such as trust, anger, or loyalty) toward the wrong person or thing.
- The misplacement of blame on the intern was unfair.
- His misplacement of trust in the dishonest advisor cost him dearly.
- She regretted the misplacement of her affection on someone who didn't care.
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