Bungle Definition

bungle
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"
  2. spoil by behaving clumsily or foolishly; "I bungled it!"

"Bungle" in song lyrics

See how bungle is used in real songs:

  • "jungle bungle"
    AOL — AOL
  • "mr bungle"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "bungle"

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