misdo

American  

[mis-doo] / mɪsˈdu /

verb (used with object)

misdid, misdone, misdoing

1. to do badly or wrongly; botch.

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verb (used without object)

misdid, misdone, misdoing

1. Obsolete. to behave improperly.

Other Word Forms

• misdoer noun

Etymology

Origin of misdo

before 950; Middle English misdon, Old English misdōn. See mis- ¹, do ¹

Example Sentences

Alan Cowell has written a sweeping obituary of Mr. Mulroney that documents his many significant achievements but also the allegations of financial misdoing and influence peddling that followed his time in office.

From New York Times

As an alternative, the agency may increase its presence and involvement in order to prevent further misdoing.

From New York Times

Impartial election observers said they had not seen “significant irregularities” or any evidence of misdoing.

From New York Times

Barcelona’s reputation of being a socially conscientious institution expressed in its slogan “More than a club” has been tarnished by an odd scandal that has bloomed into a police investigation into alleged misdoing.

From Seattle Times

Amazon could yet be exonerated of any misdoing, though the objections raised do increase the likelihood of fines being levied or changes to business practices being imposed.

From Seattle Times