misdirection (Noun) — An incorrect charge to a jury given by a judge.
misdirection (Noun) — Incorrect directions or instructions.
misdirection (Noun) — Management that is careless or inefficient. ex. "he accomplished little due to the misdirection of his energies"
misdirection (Noun) — The act of distracting; drawing someone's attention away from something. ex. "conjurers are experts at misdirection"