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misdirected

/mɪsdɪˈreɪktɪd/ adjective · British & US
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What does misdirected mean?

adjective

Directed or guided incorrectly; not aimed or directed at the right person, place, or thing.

Example

"The misdirected letter was sent to the wrong address."

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