noun
Meaning 1
Alternative form of cock-up.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of, alternative
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Standard Lemma guide
cockup
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noun
Meaning 2
A hat or cap worn turned up in front.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: archaic
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noun
Meaning 3
A large edible fish of India (Lates calcarifer).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
Meaning 4
something badly botched or muddled
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: ballup, balls-up, mess-up
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: mistake, error, fault
History
Etymology
A deverbal from cock up.