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cock-up

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Noun

  1. A mistake.
  2. A superior letter; a lower-case letter placed above the baseline and made smaller than ordinary script; traditionally used in abbreviations.
  3. A roll or twist of hair worn at the nape of the neck; a bun.

Verb

  1. To ruin (something) unintentionally; to fuck up, mess up, or screw up.

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