1. incorrect or poor plays in a game or sport

1. plays incorrectly or poorly in a game or sport

Examples

• The team’s misplays in the final quarter cost them the game.
• Several defensive misplays allowed the opposing team to score easily.
• The quarterback misplays the snap and fumbles the ball.
• She misplays her hand in poker and loses a large pot.
• The coach reviewed the video to identify the misplays from last night’s game.
• He often misplays difficult shots under pressure.
• Those costly misplays in the ninth inning sealed their defeat.