Meaning of the word misappropriation in English

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misappropriation

US /ˌmɪs.əˌproʊ.priˈeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌmɪs.əˌprəʊ.priˈeɪ.ʃən/

Noun

the action of taking something dishonestly for one's own use, especially money or property entrusted to one's care

Example:
The company discovered a large-scale misappropriation of funds by a former executive.
He was charged with misappropriation of public funds.