improper cumulation of actionsglossary / IMPROPER CUMULATION OF ACTIONS improper cumulation of actions. Hist. Under the common-law pleading system, the joining of inconsistent causes of action in one proceeding. • This is permitted under most modern pleading systems. 词条贡献者 资深译员Gilbert,毕业于美国一流的法学院,专注翻译各种与专利申请和专利组合咨询有关的法律文件。