Meaning of the word mes in English

What does mes mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mes

US /mɛs/
UK /mɛs/

Noun

1.

a dirty or untidy state or a place of untidiness

Example:
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The room was in a complete mess after the party.
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Don't make a mess while you're cooking.
2.

a difficult or unpleasant situation

Example:
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I've really made a mess of things.
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The economy is in a terrible mess.
3.

a group of people who regularly eat meals together, especially in the armed forces

Example:
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The soldiers ate their dinner in the officers' mess.
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He joined the ship's mess for dinner.

Verb

1.

to make something untidy or dirty

Example:
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Don't mess up your clothes.
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He always messes up his desk.
2.

to spoil or damage something

Example:
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You really messed up that presentation.
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Don't mess with my plans.