Definition

Kept in a wrong or unsuitable place, often causing problems or difficulties.

Example

The document was mislodged in the wrong folder, making it hard to find.

Conversation

I think my headphones are a bit mislodged in my bag.

Oh really? That can be annoying when they get tangled up.

Yeah, I should really check to see if they’re damaged now.

Good idea! It’s better to sort it out before the next trip.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mislodged → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrongly) and "lodged" (from Old French *loger*, meaning to place or to stay). The word "mislodged" means to be wrongly placed or situated.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'wrongly' ('mis-') 'placed' ('lodged') somewhere — that's what mislodge means.

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