mis·spell

[mis-spel]
verb (used with object), verb (used without object), mis·spelled or mis·spelt, mis·spell·ing.
to spell incorrectly.

Origin:
1645–55; mis-1 + spell1

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misspell (ˌmɪsˈspɛl) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
vb , -spells, -spelling, -spelt, -spelled
to spell (a word or words) wrongly

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Misspell is always a great word to know.
So is ninnyhammer. Does it mean:
an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
a fool or simpleton; ninny.
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Word Origin & History

misspell
1650s, from mis- (1) + spell (v.). Related: Misspelled; misspelling.
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Example sentences
Praise them even if you cannot read their letters, they misspell words or
  cannot read big words yet.
If you misspell a word, the paid versions will suggest words with similar
  spellings.
He's also a tough teacher, and you don't ever want to misspell a word or put
  forth a shaky idea, he'll pin you.
Horribly misspell it if you need a word to remember.
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