Bollix
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbɒlɪks/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Bollix is a verb meaning (transitive) To confuse.
Meaning
(transitive) To confuse.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To botch or bungle.
- Confusion.
- (Ireland, derogatory) A fool; a jerk.
Example Sentences
He put his arm around me, eyes half-closed from alcohol, and smiled blearily: “You're a bollix.” And then, for emphasis: “You're a right fuckin’ bollix.” I'm not entirely sure, but I'd like to think that this was a friendly greeting; […]
Just at this moment a mad, hard-faced pensioner in black zip-up flying jacket, flared jeans and trainers hovers into view, spitting expletives. He sees me watching him and shouts across the cobbled street ‘Ye bollix!’ […] I look up at him and say ‘Sorry?’
Word Forms
- bollixes
- bollixing
- bollixed
Synonyms for bollix
Depending on context, synonyms include blunder, muff, spoil, bobble, bollocks, fluff.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fumble, mess up, bungle, botch, muck up, blunder.
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