ill-use

See also: illuse

English

Pronunciation

• The sound of the final consonant differs between the verb and the noun, as with use.

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Verb

1. To treat someone badly, cruelly or unkindly.

Noun

ill-use (uncountable)

1. Bad, cruel or unkind treatment.