arsy-versy

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arsy-versy

1. adjective Backwards; incorrect or mixed up; contrary to what is expected or desired. Likely a play on the Latin vice versa. Primarily heard in UK. The wiring in whole building is arsy-versy, so we have to get a new electrician in to set things right. Well, that's a terrible sound! Is there something arsy-versy with your engine? Well, no wonder the computer isn't working. You've got the plugs all in arsy-versy.
2. adverb Done in a backwards, incorrect, or mixed up fashion. Primarily heard in UK. Oh, darn. I've gone and put my clothes on all arsy-versy. Teaching an art class to little kids is always hilarious. They draw everything arsy-versy in a rainbow of colors without the slightest hesitation. Is that dress on backwards? It looks a bit arsy-versy.
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