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miscomputation

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The incorrect performance of a computation.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • His miscomputation of the amount of tax he owed increased his tax bill.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A wrong or incorrect computation.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The miscomputation of the library's weight was the result of not accounting for the weight of the books.

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From mis- + computation.