miscommunication

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mis·com·mu·ni·ca·tion

(mĭs′kə-myo͞o′nĭ-kā′shən)
n.
1. Lack of clear or adequate communication.
2. An unclear or inadequate communication.
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miscommunication

(ˌmɪskəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən)
n
a failure to communicate accurately
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