mis·han·dle

[mis-han-dl]
verb (used with object), mis·han·dled, mis·han·dling.
1.
to handle badly; maltreat: to mishandle a dog.
2.
to manage badly: to mishandle an estate.
3.
to lose or misplace: to mishandle baggage.

Origin:
1490–1500; mis-1 + handle

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mishandle (ˌmɪsˈhændəl) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
vb
(tr) to handle or treat badly or inefficiently

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Mishandle is always a great word to know.
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a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
a fool or simpleton; ninny.
Example sentences
Ill-trained employees would mishandle or break the expensive machines.
Various statutes provide criminal penalties to those who mishandle information,
  and staff is informed of these consequences.
Describes a treatment program for couples who mishandle anger or are physically
  abusive.
These employees may download these solicitations and distribute or otherwise
  mishandle them without the company knowing.
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