1 a wretched state of mind, or of outward circumstances.
2 a thing causing this.
3 colloq. a constantly depressed or discontented person.
4 = MIS
Usage:
RE.
Phrases and idioms:
put out of its etc. misery
1 release (a person, animal, etc.) from suffering or suspense.
2 kill (an animal in pain).
Etymology: ME f. OF misere or L miseria (as MISER)
Useful english dictionary. 2012.