A dog’s breakfast/dinner

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noun

A situation, thing or place in total disorder or confusion.

After the party, the house was a dog's breakfast.
Visual representation of "a dog’s breakfast/dinner" - A situation, thing or place in total disorder or confusion.

Often appears as...

  • make a dog's breakfast
  • what a dog's breakfast

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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British Slang

It's British slang, so be mindful of your audience; it might be misunderstood elsewhere.

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I tried explaining cricket to him, but it turned into a dog's breakfast.
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Negative Connotation

The phrase implies a negative view of the state of things, often with a sense of humor.

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His attempt at baking a cake was a dog's breakfast.
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Visual Imagery

Visualize an actual messy dog's meal; it can help convey the disorder metaphorically.

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Look at this room! It's like a dog's breakfast in here.
Visual representation of the word "A dog’s breakfast/dinner"

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