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Botch Definition & Meaning

botch
noun
  1. an embarrassing mistake
verb
  1. make a mess of, destroy or ruin; "I botched the dinner and we had to eat out"; "the pianist screwed up the difficult passage in the second movement"

"Botch" in song lyrics

See how botch is used in real songs:

  • "Drinkin scotch, observin as I watch what you botch"
    Elzhi f/ Phat Kat — Yeah

Usage tips for "botch"

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Frequently asked questions

What does botch mean?
an embarrassing mistake make a mess of, destroy or ruin; "I botched the dinner and we had to eat out"; "the pianist screwed up the difficult passage in the second movement"
What part of speech is botch?
Botch is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does botch have?
Botch has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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