English Explanatory Dictionary

malpractice

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The improper treatment of a patient by a physician that results in injury or loss.
  2. Improper or unethical conduct by a professional or official person.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

malpractice malpractices

Etymology

From mal- + practice.

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