First Known Use: circa 1941
Dictionary
1snafu
noun sna·fu \sna-ˈfü, ˈsna-ˌfü\
: a problem that makes a situation difficult or confusing
Full Definition of SNAFU
: a situation marked by errors or confusion : muddle; also : an error causing such a situation <a scheduling snafu>
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Origin of SNAFU
situation normal all fucked up (fouled up)
Rhymes with SNAFU
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2snafu
adjective
3snafu
transitive verb
Definition of SNAFU
: to bring into a state of confusion
First Known Use of SNAFU
1943
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