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Misapplication

Improper, illegal, wrongful, or corrupt use or application of funds, property, etc. Jewett v. U. S., 100 Fed. 840, 41 C. 0. A. 88; U. S. v. Youtsey (C. C.) 91 Fed. 867; U. 8. v. Taintor, 28 Fed. Cas. 9

Source: Black’s Law Dictionary 2nd Ed (1910)