mess
//mes//
Noun
messSingular
messesPlural
1
A dirty or untidy state of things or a place.
The kitchen was a complete mess after the party.
2
A situation or state of affairs that is confused or full of difficulties.
The economy is in a mess right now.
3
A person whose life or affairs are in a confused or troubled state.
After losing his job and breaking up with his girlfriend, he was a complete mess.
4
A place where members of the armed forces eat together.
The soldiers gathered in the mess for dinner.
Verb
messPresent tense
messedPast tense
messedPast participle
messingPresent participle
messesThird-person singular
1
To make something dirty or untidy.
Don't mess the kitchen while I'm cooking.
2
To interfere with or handle something carelessly or inappropriately.
Don't mess with the settings on my computer.