SCREWUP

screwup

(noun) the complete mismanagement or mishandling of a situation; “a typical bureaucratic screwup”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

screwup (plural screwups)

(colloquial) A substantial mistake, usually causing problems for more people than just the person or group who made it.

(colloquial) A person who often makes substantial mistakes; a bungler.

(colloquial) A person who is mentally or emotionally damaged.

Source: Wiktionary



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Coffee Trivia

Raw coffee beans, soaked in water and spices, are chewed like candy in many parts of Africa.

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