noun
Formal term for a mistake or error, often used in legal, administrative, or professional contexts. Implies a lapse in judgment or procedure.
医療過誤は深刻な問題だ。
Medical malpractice is a serious issue.
彼の過誤によってプロジェクトが遅れた。
The project was delayed due to his mistake.
Compound of 過 (over, excess, fault) and 誤 (mistake, error). The combination emphasizes a mistake that involves fault or negligence.