Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misnumber
verb
/mɪsˈnʌmbər/
Definition
To assign a wrong number to something or someone.
Examples
- The librarian misnumbered several books, causing confusion for readers.
- During the inventory process, the employee accidentally misnumbered the items.
- It’s crucial to double-check the forms, or you might misnumber them.
Meaning
Misnumbering occurs when an incorrect number is designated to an item or record, often leading to confusion or errors in referencing or counting.
Synonyms
- mislabel
- misidentify
- miscount
