Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mucking

verb

/ˈmʌkɪŋ/

Definition

Mucking refers to the act of cleaning out or removing dirt, waste, or unwanted material from an area, often used in the context of cleaning stables or other animal enclosures. It can also denote engaging in activities that are considered messy or dirty.

Examples

She spent the afternoon mucking out the horse stables.
After the party, we were mucking around in the backyard, playing games and getting a little dirty.
Mucking through the mud, he finally reached the other side of the swamp.

Meaning

To muck is to perform chores that involve cleaning or to engage in something that may create a mess. It is often associated with physical labor or messy outdoor work.