Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
foul-up
noun
/faʊl ʌp/
Definition
A mistake or blunder that leads to confusion or a problem.
Examples
- There was a foul-up in the scheduling of the meeting, which caused confusion among the participants.
- The project’s foul-up resulted in significant delays and increased costs.
Meaning
A foul-up occurs when something goes wrong due to an error, often causing a setback or a disruption in plans.
Synonyms
- blunder
- error
- mistake
- mix-up
- mess-up
