misplay

• Ein Fehler oder ein Missgeschick in einem Spiel oder bei einem Auftritt, besonders im Baseball, wenn ein Feldspieler unter normalen Umständen kein Aus erzielen kann.

A noun referring to an error or mistake in a game or performance, particularly in baseball where a defensive player fails to make an out under normal circumstances.

1. Baseball fielding mistakeB2formalamericansport

   An error made by a defensive player in baseball when failing to make an out that would normally be achieved with standard play.

   Fehler in der Verteidigung

   • The shortstop's misplay cost the team the winning run.
   • He was charged with a misplay after dropping the easy fly ball.
   • The crowd groaned at the third baseman's misplay in the final inning.

   Synonymebobblebooterrormiscuemuff

2. General sports or game errorB2informalsport

   A mistake or poor execution in a sport or game, especially due to miscalculation or lack of skill.

   Fehler im Spiel

   • Her misplay on the chessboard allowed her opponent to checkmate.
   • The tennis player's misplay on the volley cost her the point.
   • A single misplay in the final round of the tournament ended his chances.

   Synonymeblunderbotcherrorflubfumblegaffemiscuemistakeslip

   Antonymebrilliancemasterstrokesuccess

• Verb, das bezeichnet, etwas im Spiel oder bei einer Aufführung falsch oder fehlerhaft zu machen.

A verb used to indicate the act of playing something incorrectly or making a mistake in a game or performance.

1. Incorrect musical performanceB2formalart

   To play a wrong note or perform a piece of music incorrectly.

   falsch spielen

   • During the recital, she misplayed the opening chord.
   • The pianist misplayed several notes in the fast section.
   • He misplayed the melody, causing the piece to sound off-key.
   • Try not to misplay that difficult trill.

   Synonymebotchbumbleflubflufffumblemess upmuffstumble

2. Unskillful play in a gameB2informalsport

   To make a mistake while playing a sport or game, often resulting in a loss of advantage.

   Fehler beim Spielen machen

   • The tennis player misplayed the volley and hit the net.
   • He misplayed the chess move, allowing his opponent to checkmate.
   • The striker misplayed the pass, losing possession.
   • She misplayed the card, accidentally revealing her hand.

   Synonymeblunderbungleerrorflubfumblemistakemuff

   Antonymeexecuteperformplay