Malversation \Mal`ver*sa"tion\, n. [F., fr. malverser to be
corrupt in office, fr. L. male ill + versari to move about,
to occupy one's self, vertere to turn. See Malice, and
Verse.]
Evil conduct; fraudulent practices; misbehavior, corruption,
or extortion in office.
[1913 Webster]
The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
malversation
n : misconduct in public office
WordNet (r) 2.0
MALVERSATION, French law. This word is applied to all punishable faults
committed in the exercise of an office, such as corruptions, exactions,
extortions and larceny. Merl. Repert. h.t.
Bouvier's Law Dictionary, Revised 6th Ed (1856)
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