cock-up

The definition of a cock-up is a British slang term for a mix-up or a state of confusion.

(noun)

When you forget to cancel a meeting and everyone accidentally shows up when not expected, this is an example of a cock-up.

See cock-up in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

Brit., Slang a state or instance of confusion; mix-up

See cock-up in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
Chiefly British Slang

A blunder; a mess.

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