malpractice JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/mælˈpræktis/ · mal.prac.tice
noun
- The improper treatment of a patient by a physician that results in injury or loss. The doctor was sued for malpractice after the patient suffered a severe allergic reaction to the medication.
- Improper or unethical conduct by a professional or official person. The politician was accused of malpractice for using government funds for personal gain.
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Did you know? The term 'malpractice' is often used in the context of medical malpractice, which is a significant concern in the healthcare industry, with millions of dollars spent on malpractice insurance each year.