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shemozzle

Shemozzle (noun) means a state of chaos or confusion.

noun
1
A state of chaos or confusion.
2
A quarrel or rumpus.
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Etymology

UK late-19th century. Borrowed from Yiddish שלימזל (shlimazl, “misfortune”), from Middle High German slim (“crooked”) and Hebrew מַזָּל (mazzāl, “luck”). Cognate with US English schlimazel (“unlucky person”). Compare German Schlamassel.

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What is the meaning of shemozzle?

"shemozzle" (noun) means a state of chaos or confusion.

What are the different meanings of shemozzle?

"shemozzle" has 2 main meanings: 1. A state of chaos or confusion; 2. A quarrel or rumpus.

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