misplace (ˌmɪsˈpleɪs
)
Definitions
verb (tr)
- to put (something) in the wrong place, esp to lose (something) temporarily by forgetting where it was placed; mislay
- (often passive) to bestow (trust, confidence, affection, etc) unadvisedly
Alternative Forms
ˌmisˈplacement nounSynonyms
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lose,
mislay,
miss,
be unable to find
lose track of,
put in the wrong place be unable to put or lay your hand(s) on forget the whereabouts of
misfile,
= place wrongly place unwisely
Usage examples
You see, Vladimir's the cautious kind when it comes to trust; he'd sooner slit a throat than misplace it.
, CHAMELEON (2002)Do you frequently misplace minor items like keys and sunglasses?
The Advertiser, Sunday Mail (2005)Get sent off, foul an opponent or even misplace a pass and points are deducted.
Sun, News of the World (2000)