foul-up
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noun \ˈfau̇(-ə)l-ˌəp\Definition of FOUL-UP
1
: a state of confusion or an error caused by ineptitude, carelessness, or mismanagement <foul–ups in transportation>
2
: a mechanical difficulty
See First Known Use of FOUL-UP
1950
Related to FOUL-UP
- Synonyms
- mix-up
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