English Explanatory Dictionary

misunderstanding

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A mistake as to the meaning of something or a specific point of view; erroneous interpretation or comprehension; misconception.
  2. A disagreement; difference of opinion; dissension; quarrel.
verb
  1. present participle and gerund of misunderstand

Pronunciation

/ˌmɪsʌndəˈstændɪŋ/ /ˌmɪsʌndɚˈstændɪŋ/ en-us-misunderstanding.ogg

Word forms

misunderstanding misunderstandings

Etymology

From Middle English mys undirstonding, equivalent to misunderstand + -ing. Compare Dutch misverstand (“misunderstanding”), German Missverständnis (“misunderstanding”), Swedish missförstånd (“misunderstanding”).

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