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misstep

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mis⋅step

  [mis-step]
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–noun
1. a wrong step.
2. an error or slip in conduct; faux pas.
Origin:
1250–1300; ME missteppen. See mis- 1 , step

Synonyms:
2. fault, transgression, lapse, indiscretion.
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mis·step   (mĭs-stěp')   
n.  

  1. A misplaced or awkward step.

  2. An instance of wrong or improper conduct; a blunder.

intr.v.   mis·stepped, mis·step·ping, mis·steps
To make a mistake.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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