Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

miskeep

verb
/mɪsˈkiːp/
Definition
To keep something in a wrong or improper manner.
Examples
  • He tends to miskeep his valuable belongings, often losing them.
  • If you miskeep the documents, you might not find them when needed.
Meaning
Miskeep means to fail to maintain or preserve something correctly, often resulting in damage or loss.
Synonyms
  • mishandle
  • mismanage
  • neglect
  • misplace