Definition of topsy-turvy
(Entry 1 of 3)
1
: in utter confusion or disorder
2
: with the top or head downward : upside down
topsy-turvy
adjectiveDefinition of topsy-turvy (Entry 2 of 3)
: turned topsy-turvy : totally disordered
topsy-turvy
nounDefinition of topsy-turvy (Entry 3 of 3)
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The first known use of topsy-turvy was in 1528
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