improper in Russian

We got two translations of improper in English-Russian dictionary with synonyms, definitions, examples of usage and pronunciation.

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Adjective

  • Positive: improper
  • Comparative: more improper
  • Superlative: most improper

Definitions of improper

Verb

1. To appropriate; to limit.
2. To behave improperly.

Adjektive

1. unsuitable to needs or circumstances; inappropriate; inapt.
2. Not in keeping with conventional mores or good manners; indecent or immodest.
3. Not according to facts; inaccurate or erroneous.
4. Not consistent with established facts; incorrect.
5. Not properly named; See, for example, improper fraction.

Examples with translation

  • Improper transport and handling may cause structural and functional damage of the device.
  • Неправильные транспортировка и обращение могут вызвать структурное и функциональное повреждение устройства.

Examples of usage

  • It is highly improper.
  • With improper use, he damaged the machine.
  • He was late to realize that what he did was improper.
  • It is improper to impose sanctions upon the union.
  • This unexpected malfunctioning of the system was caused by improper wiring.
  • Improper transport and handling may cause structural and functional damage of the device.
  • Improper grounding can make a microphone lethal to touch. Several singers have actually died this way.
  • I don't know how to convey their expression to you. Suppose you were to use a grossly improper gesture to a delicate-minded woman—it is how she would look.
  • In present day Japan, "alchemy" is only used metaphorically; to refer to improper means of making money by politicians or religious hucksters with no morals or shame.
  • Later, it happened that there was some gossip at home, and my mother suspected that she had written something improper; after that she would not have her letters written for her.

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