Mis-hit

Pronunciation: /ˈmɪs- ˈhɪt/

Mis-hit (verb)

  1. To hit something in a wrong way, so it does not reach the intended place or person.
  2. To strike a ball or object with inaccurate timing or direction, causing it to go off course.

Examples

  • The player mis-hit the ball and missed the target.
  • I mis-hit the shot, so the target stayed untouched.