verb (used with object) as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:Detectives decided to mistrace the culprit when they found that their previous trace had been based on a false alibi.

Definition:To attribute incorrectly to a particular source or cause, following a false lead.

From trace back to a mistake

Example:The hikers mistraced the route and ended up far from the trailhead.

Definition:To incorrectly follow a route or direction while trying to trace or find something.

From mistrace route