Bebotch

/bɪˈbɒtʃ/ verb

Definition

To spoil or ruin something through clumsy work; to botch badly.

Etymology

From 'be-' intensifying prefix plus 'botch' (to repair badly), origin possibly from French 'bocher.' The prefix amplifies the sense of comprehensive failure.

Kelly Says

Adding 'be-' to 'botch' makes it even worse—not just a single mistake but a thorough, comprehensive messing-up. It's how people intensify complaints: 'You bebotched the whole project!'

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