v. t.
Thus we are put to construe and paraphrase our own words to free ourselves either from the ignorance or malice of our enemies. Bp. Stilingfleet. [ 1913 Webster ]
And to be dull was construed to be good. Pope. [ 1913 Webster ]
v. t.
Do not, great sir, misconstrue his intent. Dryden. [ 1913 Webster ]
Much afflicted to find his actions misconstrued. Addison. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who misconstrues. [ 1913 Webster ]