malpractice
Meaning
- (countable, uncountable) The improper treatment of a patient by a physician that results in injury or loss.
- (countable, uncountable) Improper or unethical conduct by a professional or official person.
Synonyms
malpractise
professional misconduct
unfair practices
unfair practises
malpraxis
error in treatment
treatment mistake
Translations
Frequency
Etymology
From mal- + practice.
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