1. to edit incorrectly or badly; to make errors in editing
Usage: transitive verb; relatively rare; primarily used in publishing and editorial contexts

Examples

• The publisher discovered that the manuscript had been misedited, with entire paragraphs removed by mistake.
• If you misedit the document, the author will need to review it again before publication.
• The editor was careful not to misedit the historical text, as accuracy was critical.
• Misediting a legal contract can have serious consequences for all parties involved.