Definitions

1. verb

to give a false or misleading description of the origin, nature, or quality of something, especially a food or drug, in order to deceive or defraud

“The company was accused of misbranding their product as a natural remedy when it contained harsh chemicals.”

2. noun

a false or misleading description of the origin, nature, or quality of something

“The misbranding of the product led to a recall and a significant financial loss for the company.”