Meaning of the word mess in English
What does mess mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mess
US /mes/
UK /mes/
Noun
1.
a dirty or untidy state or place
Example:
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The room was a complete mess after the party.
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Please clean up this mess.
2.
a difficult or unpleasant situation
Example:
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He got himself into a real mess with his lies.
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The economy is in a terrible mess.
3.
a group of people who regularly eat meals together, especially in the armed forces
Example:
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The soldiers gathered in the mess hall for dinner.
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He joined the officers' mess after his promotion.
Verb
1.
make (something or someone) dirty or untidy
Example:
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Don't mess up your clothes with paint.
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The children always mess up the living room.
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