Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mislabel
verb
/ˌmɪsˈleɪbəl/
Definition
To label something incorrectly or inaccurately.
Examples
- The store mislabelled the organic apples as conventional apples.
- If you mislabel the files, it will be difficult to find the correct documents later.
- She accidentally mislabelled the jars, resulting in a mix-up of the spices.
Meaning
Mislabeling occurs when a label is applied to an item that does not accurately describe what it is, which can lead to confusion or misinformation.
Synonyms
- misidentify
- misclassify
- mistake
