Definition of Malpractice

1. Noun. Professional wrongdoing that results in injury or damage. "The widow sued his surgeon for malpractice"


2. Noun. A wrongful act that the actor had no right to do; improper professional conduct. "He charged them with electoral malpractices"

Definition of Malpractice

1. n. Evil practice; illegal or immoral conduct; practice contrary to established rules; specifically, the treatment of a case by a surgeon or physician in a manner which is contrary to accepted rules and productive of unfavorable results.

Definition of Malpractice

1. Noun. the improper treatment of a patient by a physician that results in injury or loss ¹

2. Noun. improper or unethical conduct by a professional or official person ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Malpractice

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Malpractice

1. Evil practice; illegal or immoral conduct; practice contrary to established rules; specifically, the treatment of a case by a surgeon or physician in a manner which is contrary to accepted rules and productive of unfavorable results. Alternative forms: malepractice. Origin: Mal- + practice. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Malpractice

malpighian nodules
malpighian pyramid
malpighian rete
malpighian stigmas
malpighian stratum
malpighian tubule
malpighian tubules
malpighian tuft
malpighian vesicles
malpighias
malpitte
malposed
malposed tooth
malposition
malpositions
malpractice (current term)
malpractice insurance
malpractices
malpractitioner
malpresentation
malrotated ear
malrotation
malrotation / midgut volvulus
malrotation of the intestine
mals
malshapen
malstick
malsticks
malt
malt-worker's lung

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