mess synonyms

mess

n.

  1. A mixture

    combination, compound, blend; see mash, mixture 1.

  2. A confusion

    jumble, mayhem, hodgepodge*; see confusion 2, disorder 2.

  3. Military term for meals

    rations, chow*, grub*; see meal 2.

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