hugger-mugger
Pronunciation
/hˈʌɡɚmˈʌɡɚ/
British pronunciation
/hˈʌɡəmˈʌɡə/

Definition & Meaning of "hugger-mugger"in English

hugger-mugger
01

conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods

hugger-mugger definition and meaning
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Examples
The hugger-mugger nature of the investigation caused delays in finding the truth.
His hugger-mugger handwriting was barely legible.
Hugger-mugger
01

a state of confusion

hugger-mugger
01

in secrecy

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