Definition of foul–up
1 : a state of confusion or an error caused by ineptitude, carelessness, or mismanagement foul–ups in transportation
2 : a mechanical difficulty
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1950
First Known Use of foul–up
1950
FOUL–UP Defined for English Language Learners
foul–up
play
noun
\ˈfau̇(-ə)l-ˌəp\
Definition of foul–up for English Language Learners
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: a problem caused by someone making a mistake or being careless
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