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Muddling: meaning, definitions and examples

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muddling

 

[ ˈmʌdəlɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

confusion

To mix up in a confused or bungling manner; jumble.

Synonyms

confuse, disorder, jumble

Examples of usage

  • Stop muddling the files, we need them organized for the meeting.
  • She was muddling her words and couldn't express herself clearly.
Context #2 | Noun

cocktail making

The action or process of mixing drinks or ingredients to create a cocktail.

Synonyms

blending, mixing, stirring

Examples of usage

  • His muddling of the mint leaves added a refreshing twist to the cocktail.
  • The bartender's muddling technique enhanced the flavor of the drink.

Translations

Translations of the word "muddling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 confusão

🇮🇳 गड़बड़ी

🇩🇪 Verwirrung

🇮🇩 kekacauan

🇺🇦 плутанина

🇵🇱 zamieszanie

🇯🇵 混乱

🇫🇷 confusion

🇪🇸 confusión

🇹🇷 karışıklık

🇰🇷 혼란

🇸🇦 ارتباك

🇨🇿 zmatek

🇸🇰 zmätok

🇨🇳 混乱

🇸🇮 zmeda

🇮🇸 ruglingur

🇰🇿 шатасу

🇬🇪 არეულობა

🇦🇿 qarışıqlıq

🇲🇽 confusión

Etymology

The word 'muddle' originated in the late 18th century, derived from the obsolete noun 'muddle', which meant a state of confusion or disorder. It is believed to have roots in the Dutch word 'moddelen', meaning 'make muddy'. Over time, 'muddle' has evolved to encompass meanings related to confusion, disorder, and mixing in a haphazard manner.

See also: muddled.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,746 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.