Etymology

misfeasance

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Today it means: An actual or alleged wrong that arises from an action; often, the wrongful use of legal authority. Full definition →

Middle French mesfaisance
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  1. Middle French · derived frommesfaisance
  2. English todaymisfeasance

From Middle French mesfaisance.

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