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bollix


bol·lix

verb \ˈbä-liks\

Definition of BOLLIX

transitive verb
: to throw into disorder; also : bungle —usually used with up
— bollix noun
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Examples of BOLLIX

  1. That delay has bollixed our schedule.

Origin of BOLLIX

alteration of bollocks
First Known Use: 1937

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