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Synonyms for Afoul & Similar Words

Definition of afoul

adjective
  1. especially of a ship's lines etc; "with its sails afoul"; "a foul anchor"

2 synonyms found

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What are synonyms for afoul?
Synonyms for afoul include: foul, fouled.
How many synonyms does afoul have?
Afoul has 2 synonyms.

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