What does balls-up mean?
Balls-up means (slang, UK, Ireland, Commonwealth, vulgar) Something which becomes muddled or botched in some way..
Balls-up
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(slang, UK, Ireland, Commonwealth, vulgar) Something which becomes muddled or botched in some way..
Example Sentences
I was making a cake but when I added too much sugar, it became the balls-up of my cooking career.
Synonyms for balls-up
Antonyms for balls-up
Related Words
Word Forms
- balls-ups
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for balls-up?
Common synonyms include ballup, cock-up, mess-up, cockup.
What is the opposite of balls-up?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use balls-up in a sentence?
I was making a cake but when I added too much sugar, it became the balls-up of my cooking career.
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