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Definition misunderstanding in American English

misunderstanding noun

noun
/ˌmɪsʌndərˈstændɪŋ/
1

a failure to understand someone or something correctly

Example

There's been a misunderstanding: Mr. Jones didn't expect you until tomorrow.

Example

Your comments indicate a serious misunderstanding of the situation.

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2

an argument that is not very serious

Example

We had a little misunderstanding yesterday.

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Definition misunderstanding in American English