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Definition of Hugger-mugger
1. Adverb. In secrecy. "They did it all hugger-mugger"
2. Adjective. In utter disorder. "A disorderly pile of clothes"
Exact synonyms: Disorderly, Higgledy-piggledy, Jumbled, Topsy-turvy
Similar to: Untidy
Derivative terms: Disorderliness, Topsy-turvyness
Similar to: Untidy
Derivative terms: Disorderliness, Topsy-turvyness
3. Noun. A state of confusion. "He engaged in the hugger-mugger of international finance"
4. Adjective. Conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods. "Underground resistance"
Exact synonyms: Clandestine, Cloak-and-dagger, Hole-and-corner, Hush-hush, Secret, Surreptitious, Undercover, Underground
Similar to: Covert
Derivative terms: Underground
Similar to: Covert
Derivative terms: Underground
Definition of Hugger-mugger
1. Noun. (archaic) Secrecy. ¹
2. Noun. Disorder. ¹
3. Adjective. Secret, clandestine. ¹
4. Adjective. Disorderly, chaotic, confused. ¹
5. Adverb. Secretly. ¹
6. Adverb. Confusedly, in a muddle. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
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