Meaning of the word "cock up" in English

What does "cock up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cock up

US /ˈkɑːk ʌp/

UK /ˈkɒk ʌp/

to make a mistake or do something badly

Example:

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I really cocked up the presentation.

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Don't cock up this opportunity.

Synonym:

mess up botch bungle screw up muck up

a mistake or something done badly

Example:

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The whole project was a complete cock-up.

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It was a terrible cock-up by management.

Synonym:

mistake blunder fiasco mess screw-up