Misprision

noun

/mɪsˈpɹɪʒ(ə)n/

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.nounCriminal neglect of duty or wrongful execution of official duties.

2.nounThe failure to give information about a crime that one knows to be taking place.

"misprision of a felony, of heresy, or of treason"

3.nounMisinterpretation or misunderstanding.

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