Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
huggermugger
noun
/ˈhʌɡərˌmʌɡər/
Definition
A state of secrecy or confusion; something done in a clandestine or obscure manner.
Examples
- The huggermugger surrounding the project left many employees feeling uneasy.
- They conducted their dealings in huggermugger, away from public scrutiny.
- There was a lot of huggermugger among the students about the surprise test.
Meaning
Huggermugger refers to anything that is done secretly or in a disorganized fashion, often implying a sense of mystery or confusion.
Synonyms
- secrecy
- confusion
- mystery
- obscurity
- clandestineness
